Download or read book Relative Chronology in Early Greek Epic Poetry written by Øivind Andersen and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book investigates the relative chronology of early Greek poetry through linguistic and literary analyses of the texts themselves.
Download or read book Early Greek Epic Fragments II written by Christos Tsagalis and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2022-04-19 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a full-scale edition with commentary of the archaic epic poems Oichalias Halosis by Kreophylos of Samos and Herakleia by Peisandros of Kamiros. The Greek text (divided between testimonies and fragments) is accompanied by detailed critical apparatus and English translation. There are also extensive introductions to the biography of each poet, the title of the poem, its content and style, as well as a careful examination of the relative chronology of each epic. The detailed commentary of every fragment offers an up-to-date examination of all the extant material that has come down to us through a rich indirect tradition. This is the second installment of the project Early Greek Epic Poets (vol. I: Genealogical and Antiquarian Epic, De Gruyter 2017), which aims to enhance the study of Greek epic poetry of the archaic and classical period by means of providing readers with authoritative editions and commentaries of a significant part of fragmentary early Greek epic.
Download or read book Homer s Winged Words written by Steve Reece and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2009-05-20 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over 2500 years many of the most learned scholars of the Greek language have concerned themselves with the topic of etymology. The most productive source of difficult, even inexplicable, words was Homer’s 28,000 verses of epic poetry. Steve Reece proposes an approach to elucidating the meanings of some of these difficult words that finds its inspiration primarily in Milman Parry’s oral-formulaic theory. He proposes that during the long period of oral transmission acoustic uncertainties, especially regarding word boundaries, were continually occurring: a bard uttered one collocation of words, but his audience thought it heard another. The consequent resegmentation of words and phrases is the probable cause of some of the etymologically inexplicable words in our Homeric texts.
Download or read book The Iliad The Odyssey Including Homer and His Age written by Andrew Lang and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 1047 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The collection 'The Iliad & The Odyssey (Including "Homer and His Age")' presents readers with an unparalleled opportunity to dive into the depths of ancient Greek literature, intertwined with a scholarly analysis by Andrew Lang. The anthology spans epic poetry and critical examination, crossing bridges between mythological tales of war, heroism, gods, and the human condition, while providing insightful commentary on the historical and literary contexts of Homers era. Lang's inclusion enhances the reader's comprehension of the ancient texts, inviting a deeper appreciation of their thematic richness and stylistic nuances, making this collection a significant compilation for both enthusiasts and scholars of classical literature. The backgrounds of Homer, the attributed author of 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey,' and Andrew Lang, a prolific writer and critic of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, merge to form a collection that traverses time. Langs expertise in folklore, mythology, and the tradition of storytelling complements Homers epic narratives, positioning this anthology within a broader discourse on the evolution of literature and myth. Their collective works offer insights into the socio-political landscapes of their respective eras, framing a dialogue across millennia on the enduring nature of human storytelling. This anthology is a compelling invitation for readers to explore the synthesis of epic adventure and scholarly critique. It promises a multifaceted journey through the trials of Achilles, the cunning of Odysseus, and the critical lens of Lang, enhancing ones understanding of these classical texts. Ideal for those seeking to immerse themselves in ancient storytelling with the guidance of an informed interpretation, 'The Iliad & The Odyssey (Including "Homer and His Age")' serves as a testament to the power of literature to transcend time and cultural barriers, encouraging a continual re-examination of the stories that shape our world.
Download or read book Loyalty in Early Greek Epic and Tragedy written by Hanna Roisman and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Approaches to Homer s Iliad and Odyssey written by Κώστας Μυρσιάδης and published by Peter Lang. This book was released on 2010 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Approaches to Homer's 'Iliad' and 'Odyssey' consists of ten original essays on the Iliad and Odyssey by established Homeric scholars and university professors of Greek literature and culture. The anthology offers not only fresh approaches to reading, appreciating, and understanding these Homeric epics, but also attempts to make a case why these works are still relevant in the twenty-first century. Both epics are required reading in most college/university general and world literature courses, as is evident from their inclusion in part or in whole in many standard world literature anthologies. These ten new approaches to the first literary works of Western culture are intended as reading aids for both instructors and students in any college/university classroom in which either of these two Homeric epics are taught.
Download or read book Greek Epic Poetry Homer s Iliad and Odyssey written by D. L. Pike and published by . This book was released on 198? with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Myth of Return in Early Greek Epic written by and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The main argument of this book is that the connection suggested by Homer between the 'wiles' and the 'wanderings' of Odysseus in fact rested upon an earlier tradition both significant and deep. The origin of this tradition has to do with the etymology of the Greek word nóos, 'mind', which I propose to connect with the Greek verb néomai, 'return home'. Such an effort requires that nóos be reconstructed as nos-os, a derivative from the verbal root nes- The significance of this proposal for the tradition underlying the Odyssey is clear. It implies that the connection still felt by Homer between the 'wiliness' and the 'wandering' of Odysseus goes back to a fundamental connection between 'mind' and 'returning home', and that the relation between what Odysseus 'is' and what he 'does' has a solid basis in the history of the Greek language."--Introduction.
Download or read book The Diary of Homer s Iliad written by Hutan Ashrafian and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-30 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homer's Iliad is considered one of the greatest epic poems of all time. It is an account of the last stages of the Trojan War between the Achaean Greeks and Troy (also know as Ilium or Wilusa to the Hittites) with their regional allies. Not only is this book famed for its poetic wonders, but it also recounts a mythical fable of heroic deeds, loyalty, romance and interaction with the ancient Greek Gods. It forms part of the Ancient Greek Epic Cycle that considers the whole background and events of this famous ancient war, and this particular poem that has survived to the modern-era (unlike many of the other Epic Cycle poems) offers the tale of how one of its greatest heroes, Achilles is angered during these events. The tale fits in well with other recent books by the author that fulfil a stream of ancient events ranging from the Argonautica before the Iliad and the Odyssey following soon after. Based on recent astronomical analysis and increasing historical understanding of the era including these recent books, elements of this epic have become chronologically identifiable and the events within the Iliad can now be traced in time. This book is part of the Meta-chronology Series and aims to offer a day-to-day chronology of The Iliad in a diary format. It is the first of its kind to offer a holistic day-to-day view of daily events during the final stages of the Trojan War. It utilises Homer's text as a core on which additional sources have been applied to calculate ancient dates with precision. This diary therefore presents a unique chronological perspective through which to better appraise the enigmatic mythological events of the Iliad into one that for the first time supports veracity by reinforcing objective astronomical data, history and archaeology.
Download or read book Chronography and Early Greek History written by R. Ball and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Achilles beside Gilgamesh written by Michael Clarke and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interprets the poetic meaning of the Iliad in relation to the heroic literature of the Ancient Near East.
Download or read book Homeric Scenes written by John Jay Chapman and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published in 1906, this book provides a series of literary essays exploring the epic poetry of the ancient Greek poet Homer. The book focuses on two key scenes from Homer's epic poem, the Iliad: Hector's farewell to his wife and son, and the wrath of Achilles. The essays provide a sophisticated and nuanced analysis of the poetry, and demonstrate Chapman's deep understanding of the classical world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Homer s Ancient Readers written by Robert Lamberton and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Position of the Iliad and the Odyssey in the intellectual world of antiquity while offering historical insight into the nature of reading. This collection surveys the entire field of preserved ancient interpretations of Homer, beginning with the fictional audiences portrayed within the poems themselves, proceeding to readings by Aristotle, the Stoics, and Aristarchus and Crates, and culminating in the spiritualized allegorical reading current among Platonists of the.
Download or read book History and the Homeric Iliad written by Denys L. Page and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2024-03-29 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1959. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived
Download or read book History and the Homeric Iliad written by Denys Lionel Page and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1966 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book ILLIAD ODYSSEY Including the Mythology of Ancient Greece written by Gilbert Murray and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-22 with total page 716 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The illustrious collection 'ILIAD & ODYSSEY (Including the Mythology of Ancient Greece)' stands as a monumental anthology that bridges the epochal tales of ancient Greek literature with the scholarly interpretations and translations by Gilbert Murray and Homer. This anthology eloquently spans a wide range of literary styles from the stirring epic poetry of the 'Iliad' and 'Odyssey' to the intricate analyses of Greek mythology, thereby offering readers an exceptional exploration into the themes of heroism, fate, and the human condition. The diversity and depth of content highlight the significance of these works within the literary canon, offering a comprehensive overview of ancient Greek literary achievements. The backgrounds of Gilbert Murray, a preeminent classical scholar, alongside the legendary figure of Homer, create a rich tapestry of cultural and historical insights. Murrays work as a translator and commentator brings a modern sensibility to these ancient texts, while Homers epics are foundational to the Western literary tradition. Their combined efforts showcase the evolution of narrative forms and the enduring legacy of Greek mythology. By blending Murrays scholarly perspective with Homers narrative mastery, the collection aligns with key literary movements and illuminates the texts' profound impact on subsequent literary generations. This anthology is recommended for both scholars and general readers interested in delving into the rich layers of ancient Greek literature and mythology. It offers a unique opportunity to explore a diverse range of perspectives, styles, and themes, fostering a deeper understanding of the universal truths that these age-old stories reflect. Engaging with this collection promises not only an educational journey but also an enriching dialogue with the past, making it an indispensable addition to any literary library.
Download or read book Some Phases of the Objective Genitive in Early Greek Epic written by James Asbury Palmer and published by . This book was released on 1913 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
