Greek Literature

Greek Literature
Author: Otto Maria Carpeaux
Publisher: CONVIVIVM
Total Pages: 52
Release:
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

In Greek Literature, Otto Maria Carpeaux offers a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the development of Greek literature, from Homer and epic poetry to comedy and tragedy, through philosophy and historical prose. He discusses the major works and authors, as well as the aesthetic and thematic evolution of Greek literature over the centuries. The author also examines the relationship between literature and Greek culture, highlighting the influence of mythology, religion, and politics on literary production at the time. The author combines erudition and clear exposition, making this work an essential reference for students, researchers, and enthusiasts of Greek literature. Carpeaux also investigates the influence of the Greeks on other phases of world literature.

Memorable Deeds and Sayings

Memorable Deeds and Sayings
Author: Valerius Maximus
Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand
Total Pages: 301
Release: 1998
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9780198150169

Valerius Maximus stands alone as an extant prose author of the early principate who devoted specific interest to the Romans' attitude to religion. In eight chapters he presents a variety of material selected from earlier authors, such as Cicero, Livy, and Varro, to illustrate central areas of Roman religious thought and practice: augury, omens, dreams, and miracles. Valerius has not been translated into English since 1678 and there has never been a detailed commentary on his work in any language. With the growing interest in the non-Judaeo-Christian religions of the Mediterranean world and scholars recognizing that Roman religion should not be approached with Judaeo-Christian presuppositions or through the filter of the Christian Fathers, Valerius Maximus gives us an opportunity to see an unexceptional pagan speaking about his religion.

Virtues for the People

Virtues for the People
Author: Geert Roskam
Publisher: Universitaire Pers Leuven
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2011
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 905867858X

This collection of essays addresses Plutarch's writings on practical ethics from different perspectives, including regarding their overall structure, content, purpose, and underlying philosophical and social presuppositions.

Lives. With an English Translation by Bernadotte Perrin; 10

Lives. With an English Translation by Bernadotte Perrin; 10
Author: Plutarch
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 430
Release: 2021-09-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781013906657

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