A Companion to Hellenistic Literature Hardcover - 2010 - 1st Edition
by James J. Clauss (Editor); Martine Cuypers (Editor)
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Offering unparalleled scope, A Companion to Hellenistic Literature in 30 newly commissioned essays explores the social and intellectual contexts of the production of literature in the Hellenistic period, and examines the relationship between Hellenistic and earlier literature. The volume covers the works of well-respected poets alongside lesser-known historical, philosophical, and scientific prose. Critical essays on the Jewish, Near Eastern, Egyptian, and Roman literature of the period explore the impact of the post-Alexandrian expansion of Hellenism on neighboring cultures and vice versa. In addition, serious attention is given throughout the book to Hellenistic texts which in surveys of Greek literature are rarely discussed within their historical context.
Structured in a clear and accessible style by two highly respected scholars, this Companion expands the way in which Hellenistic literature is perceived and studied. It is the ideal resource for scholars and students of Classics, Ancient History and Literature.
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- Title A Companion to Hellenistic Literature
- Author James J. Clauss (Editor); Martine Cuypers (Editor)
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition number 1st
- Edition 1
- Pages 576
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Wiley-Blackwell
- Date 2010
- Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Index, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9781405136792 / 1405136790
- Weight 2.65 lbs (1.20 kg)
- Dimensions 9.9 x 7.1 x 2 in (25.15 x 18.03 x 5.08 cm)
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Themes
- Chronological Period: Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
- Library of Congress subjects Greek literature, Hellenistic - History and
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2009025321
- Dewey Decimal Code 880.09
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Citations
- Choice, 05/01/2011, Page 0
- Reference and Research Bk News, 11/01/2010, Page 271
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