Spider in a glider by Lesley Sims

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Spider in a glider by Lesley Sims

This book investigates the cosmological context of Pindar's victory odes, and how it influences his presentation of praise. The study first focuses on gnomai as a reflection of cosmology, using these sayings to establish the views the poems reveal on matters such as the divine, the human condition and man in society. This overview is complemented by detailed literary analyses demonstrating how cosmology functions in individual odes. They show that Pindar shapes the poet persona to emphasize different aspects of the traditional world view or represent varying viewpoints so that he can praise each victor according to his particular circumstances. By focusing on cosmology the book highlights a neglected dimension of Pindar's odes and challenges some traditional views on this poet.
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ISBN 13 9780794543624
ISBN 10 0794543626
Title Spider in a glider
Author Lesley Sims
Series Phonics Readers Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Edc Publishing / Ubam
Number of pages 24
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