De Ratione (Classic Reprint)

Julius Stenzel

ISBN 10: 0282200622 / ISBN 13: 9780282200626

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book investigates the connections between the hymns of ancient Greece and the prologues of Greek epic poems. The author argues that epic prologues were not simply ways to introduce characters or summarize plot; rather, they were a form of religious invocation. By calling upon the gods and goddesses, the poets created a sense of awe and wonder that prepared the audience for the epic journey to come. The book draws on a wide range of evidence, from the works of Homer and Hesiod to the later epics of Virgil and Apollonius. The author shows how the hymns and prologues share similar language, structure, and themes. This book offers a new and insightful perspective on the origins and development of epic poetry. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in classical literature, religion, or the history of storytelling. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: De Ratione (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282200622
• ISBN 13: 9780282200626
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Latin

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This book investigates the connections between the hymns of ancient Greece and the prologues of Greek epic poems. The author argues that epic prologues were not simply ways to introduce characters or summarize plot; rather, they were a form of religious invocation. By calling upon the gods and goddesses, the poets created a sense of awe and wonder that prepared the audience for the epic journey to come. The book draws on a wide range of evidence, from the works of Homer and Hesiod to the later epics of Virgil and Apollonius. The author shows how the hymns and prologues share similar language, structure, and themes. This book offers a new and insightful perspective on the origins and development of epic poetry. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in classical literature, religion, or the history of storytelling.