Dynamics of Ancient Prose Biographic, Novelistic, Apologetic

Ancient prose is intriguingly diverse. This volume explores the dynamics of the Latin and Greek prose of the Roman empire in the forms of biography, novel and apologetics which have historically lacked recognition as uncanonical genres, and yet appear vital today. Focusing on the sophistication in t...

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Main Authors Thorsen, Thea S, Harrison, Stephen
Format eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Germany De Gruyter 2018
Walter de Gruyter GmbH
Edition1
SeriesTrends in Classics - Supplementary Volumes
Subjects
Hellenic literatures Classical Greek
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Summary:Ancient prose is intriguingly diverse. This volume explores the dynamics of the Latin and Greek prose of the Roman empire in the forms of biography, novel and apologetics which have historically lacked recognition as uncanonical genres, and yet appear vital today. Focusing on the sophistication in thought and artistic texture to be found within these literary kinds, this volume offers a collection of stimulating essays for students and scholars of literature and culture in antiquity - and beyond.
ISBN:3110594439
9783110594430
9783110596052
3110596059
DOI:10.1515/9783110594430