Items related to Classical Literature: A Concise History
Synopsis
This accessible one-volume survey of the literature of Greece and Rome covers the period between Homer around 700 BC and Augustine around AD 410.
- Highlights what is important historically and of continuing interest and value in classical literature.
- An introduction by the editor presents essential information in a concise, accessible way.
- Each chapter focuses on a particular genre or area of literature.
- This structure allows readers to see continuities between different periods and to move easily between the Greek and Roman worlds.
- Includes extensive quotations in English.
- A timeline and an index of authors help to make the material as accessible as possible.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Book Description
This accessible one-volume survey of the literature of Greece and Rome covers the period between Homer, around 700 bc, and Augustine, around ad 410. It highlights what is important historically and what is of continuing interest and value in the literature of classical antiquity. The author's introduction sets out essential preliminary material concerning the history of the ancient world, the nature of literary genres and the transmission of texts. Each subsequent chapter is concerned with a particular genre or aspect of literature, and traces the development of that genre over time. This structure allows the reader to see continuities between different periods and to move easily between the Greek and Roman worlds. Extensive quotations in English, a timeline and an index of authors help to make the material as accessible as possible.
About the Author
Richard Rutherford is Tutor in Greek and Latin Literature at Christ Church, Oxford, and a University Lecturer at Oxford. His previous publications include The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: A Study (1989), The Art of Plato (1995) and Homer (1996).
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherWiley-Blackwell
- Publication date2004
- ISBN 10 0631231323
- ISBN 13 9780631231325
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages372
Search results for Classical Literature: A Concise History
Stock Image
Classical Literature
Seller: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_294347030
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Classical Literature : A Concise History
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 2300170
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Classical Literature : A Concise History
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 2300170-n
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Classical Literature: A Concise History
Seller: Lucky's Textbooks, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # ABLIING23Feb2416190082545
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Classical Literature
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # FW-9780631231325
Quantity: 15 available
Stock Image
Classical Literature: A Concise History
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. In. Seller Inventory # ria9780631231325_new
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Classical Literature : A Concise History
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 2300170-n
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Classical Literature: A Concise History
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. 718. Seller Inventory # B9780631231325
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Classical Literature (Hardcover)
Published by
John Wiley and Sons Ltd, Hoboken, 2004
ISBN 10: 0631231323
ISBN 13: 9780631231325
New
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Fairfield, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This accessible one-volume survey of the literature of Greece and Rome covers the period between Homer around 700 BC and Augustine around AD 410. Highlights what is important historically and of continuing interest and value in classical literature.An introduction by the editor presents essential information in a concise, accessible way.Each chapter focuses on a particular genre or area of literature.This structure allows readers to see continuities between different periods and to move easily between the Greek and Roman worlds.Includes extensive quotations in English.A timeline and an index of authors help to make the material as accessible as possible. Presents a survey of the literature of Greece and Rome that covers the period between Homer around 700 BC and Augustine around AD 410. This title highlights what is important historically and of continuing interest and value in classical literature. Each chapter focuses on a particular genre or area of literature. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780631231325
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Classical Literature : A Concise History
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 2300170
Quantity: Over 20 available