Homer: The Iliad by M S Silk
This volume is a distinctive critical introduction to Homer's Iliad, the earliest epic poem, and the earliest known work of literature in ancient Greece. Michael Silk deals with the poem's historical context, its composition and its extensive influence, and relates its literary power to the peculiar coherence and inter-relation of such aspects of the poem as its style, character-portrayal and ideology. Through use of quotation from the original and accompanying English translation, close attention is paid to the distinctive texture of Homeric poetry. This revised edition takes account of recent scholarship in the field and includes a comprehensive updated guide to further reading. It is essential reading for students of literature and classics.
Silk, M. S.: - M. S. Silk is Professor of Classical and Comparative Literature at King's College London. His research interests include tragedy and comedy in theory and practice, Greek poetry and drama, and both ancient and modern literary theory.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780521539968 |
| ISBN 10 | 052153996X |
| Title | Homer: The Iliad |
| Author | M S Silk |
| Series | Landmarks Of World Literature |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2004-01-12 |
| Number of pages | 112 |
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