Easterling, P. E.
The Cambridge Companion to Greek Tragedy (Cambridge Companions to Literature)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521423519
- author:
- Easterling, P. E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 410
- Genre:
- Literary studies: classical, early & medieval
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Cambridge Companion to Greek Tragedy This comprehensive guide to ancient Greek tragedy presents the familiar corpus in the context of modern reading, criticism, and performance. Seven distinguished scholars explore the institution of tragedy in ancient Athens, diverse critical interpretations, and changing patterns of reception, adaptation, and performance from antiquity to the present. The book offers a nuanced understanding of Greek tragedy, with each chapter able to be read independently but linked to others. A selection of plays provides a rich foundation for analysis, making this Companion an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. By examining the evolution of Greek tragedy, this Companion provides a deeper understanding of its enduring influence on Western culture.
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