Lorna Hardwick

A Companion to Classical Receptions

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ISBN 13:: 9781444339222
author:: Lorna Hardwick
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Wiley-Blackwell
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2010
Pages:: 556
Dimensions:: 24.2 x 18.1 x 3.1 centimetres (1
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Linguistics,
Condition:: New
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A Companion to Classical Receptions by Lorna Hardwick and Christopher Stray provides a comprehensive introduction to classical reception, exploring how Greek and Roman culture has been transmitted, interpreted, adapted, and used in later societies. This book brings together 34 essays from an international group of contributors, offering close readings of key receptions alongside wider contextualization and discussion. The impact of classical culture is examined across various fields, including art, literature, drama, photography, and ethics, shedding light on its global reach and influence. From Arabic literature to South African drama, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the ways in which classical ideas continue to shape our world today. By combining close analysis with broader contextualization, A Companion to Classical Receptions offers a rich and insightful exploration of the enduring legacy of ancient Greece and Rome.

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