Classical Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short

Classical Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

The classical world and the masterpieces of its literature continue to fascinate readers and audiences throughout the media- from popular histories to the reworking of classical subject matters by contemporary poets, dramatists, and novelists. In this Very Short Introduction, William Allan explores what the "classics" are and why they continue to shape our Western concepts of literature. Presenting a range of material from both Greek and Latin literature, he illustrates the variety and sophistication of these works, and considers examples from all major genres.

About the Series:
Oxford's Very Short Introductions series offers concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects--from Islam to Sociology, Politics to Classics, Literary Theory to History, and Archaeology to the Bible. Not simply a textbook of definitions, each volume in this series provides trenchant and provocative--yet always balanced and complete--discussions of the central issues in a given discipline or field. Every Very Short Introduction gives a readable evolution of the subject in question, demonstrating how the subject has developed and how it has influenced society. Eventually, the series will encompass every major academic discipline, offering all students an accessible and abundant reference library. Whatever the area of study that one deems important or appealing, whatever the topic that fascinates the general reader, the Very Short Introductions series has a handy and affordable guide that will likely prove indispensable.
Country USA
Brand Allan, William
Manufacturer Oxford University Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780199665457
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780199665457
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Allan, William
Manufacturer	Oxford University Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780199665457
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780199665457
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Classical Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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