AllenHornblower, Emily
From Agent to Spectator: Witnessing the Aftermath in Ancient Greek Epic and Tragedy (Trends in Classics - Supplementary Volumes)
- ISBN 13:
- 9783110578188
- author:
- AllenHornblower, Emily
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- De Gruyter
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 344
- Dimensions:
- 23.39 x 15.6 x 1.83 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Ancient, Greece,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Ancient Greek epic and tragedy often feature characters who are forced to witness the consequences of their own actions. This shift from agent to spectator is a pivotal moment in these works, revealing fundamental themes about human helplessness and mortal fallibility. By examining this specific subset of characters, Emily Allen-Hornblower sheds new light on the role of internal spectators in ancient Greek literature. The book explores how these protagonists, as they become witnesses to their own deeds, dramatize and enact key tragic motifs that resonate with audiences today. This monograph offers a fresh perspective on the human condition, one that is both thought-provoking and deeply relevant to our understanding of human nature.
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