Peter Ag+¦cs (Editor)
Reading the Victory Ode
- ISBN 13:
- 9781107527515
- author:
- Peter Ag+¦cs (Editor)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press Reprint edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 444
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.3 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- History, Ancient History & Civilisation, Greece, Peter Ag+¦cs,Reading the Victory Ode,Cambridge University Press,1107527511,Literary Criticism,Ancient - General,Medieval,History: World,History,Ancient (Classical) Greek,Ancient Greece,Ancient history,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Victory Ode: A Study of its Genesis and Influence. This collection of essays by international experts explores the victory ode, a short-lived poetic genre in ancient Greece that has had a lasting impact on literature. From its origins to its evolution, the contributors examine the commissioning process, patrons, context of performance, and poetics of this complex subject. The victory ode's influence can be seen in the development of European poetry from the Renaissance onwards, with Pindar, Bacchylides, and other prominent authors contributing significantly to the literary landscape. This book offers a range of perspectives on the genre, providing both a broad overview and insights into modern research positions. By examining the victory ode from various angles, this collection sheds new light on its significance in the history of poetry and its enduring influence on literature.
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