Literary studies: general Books

This book is a retelling of the Trojan War by two ancient authors, Dictys Cretensis and Dares Phrygius. It provides a unique perspective on the famous epic and sheds light on how it was perceived in antiquity.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Learn about the contributions of Wolfgang Trefler to the study of medieval literature and the development of libraries in this insightful book. The book highlights his work in the Jacob's Monastery library in Mainz and its significance for the literary...

This collection of Latin essays by Satura is a tribute to the author's friend Sauppius. The essays cover a wide range of topics related to classical literature and philosophy. The author's insights and erudition make this book a valuable resource for...

Das Evangelienbuch des ottonischen Gelehrten Otfrid von Weißenburg ist eines der bedeutendsten Werke der mittelalterlichen deutschen Literatur. Dieser zweite Teil enthält eine deutsche Übersetzung der biblischen Geschichten von der Geburt Jesu bis zur...

This book contains critical questions about Aristophanes' plays. Its authorship is unclear, but it is a valuable resource for those interested in ancient Greek theater and literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

This book is a scholarly study of the medieval German translation of the Song of Songs, known as the 'Paraphrase des Hohen Liedes'. The authors, Joseph Seemüller and Joseph Williram, offer a detailed analysis of the language and structure of the text,...

Aristote, l'un des plus grands penseurs de l'antiquité, a jeté les bases de la théorie littéraire occidentale avec sa Poétique et sa Rhétorique. Dans cet ouvrage, vous découvrirez une nouvelle traduction de ces deux œuvres majeures par C-É Ruelle,...

Cette édition critique des œuvres de Virgile, l'un des plus grands poètes de l'Antiquité, contient des notes érudites pour aider les lecteurs à comprendre les références historiques et littéraires du texte. Les commentaires fournissent également une...

Dieses Buch bietet eine sorgfältige und zuverlässige Übersetzung von Aristoteles' Poetik, einem der einflussreichsten Werke der Literaturtheorie aller Zeiten. Mit klugen und analytischen Kommentaren von führenden Aristoteles-Experten und Schriftstellern...

Diese Studie bietet eine umfassende Untersuchung des Misanthropentypus in der antiken Literatur mit Schwerpunkt auf der Timonlegende. Der Autor geht auf verschiedene antike Werke, darunter das Werk von Aristophanes und Shakespeare, ein und untersucht die...

The American Journal of Philology is a leading scholarly publication in the field of classical studies. With articles and reviews covering literature, language, history, and culture, this journal is an indispensable resource for scholars and students...

Questo libro presenta una raccolta accurata dei codici vaticani latini 3195 e 3196 rilevanti per la comprensione delle opere poetiche di F. Petrarca, tra cui spiccano Le Rime Sparse e il Trionfo dell'Eternità. Giuseppe Salvocozzo fornisce una guida...

This book is a critical edition of Lycophron's Alexandra, a Greek poem composed in the late Hellenistic period. It includes an introduction, text, and commentary by the editor, Eduard Scheer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Uncover the fascinating life and literary works of Aelfric, a prominent figure in Anglo-Saxon England. White's meticulous research and insightful analysis shed new light on this complex and influential writer. A must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of...

Questo saggio esplora l'autenticità delle Heroidi di P. Ovidio Nasone, analizzando i testi originali e le fonti storiche. Un'opera di grande interesse per chi si interessa di letteratura classica e di storia dell'antica Roma.This work has been selected...

Diese Ausgabe des Waltharilieds bietet eine gründliche und erläuternde Überarbeitung der Geraldushandschrift. Sie ist eine unverzichtbare Quelle für alle, die sich für die ältere deutsche Literatur interessieren.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Balaham und Josaphas is a medieval adaptation of the Buddhist legend of Prince Siddhartha, translated into Latin during the Middle Ages. This edition is based on the manuscripts in the libraries of Paris and Monte Cassino, and includes the original Latin...

Eine Dissertation über die literarischen Techniken und Einflüsse des antiken Autors Achilles Tatius, der als Nachahmer von Plato, Aristoteles, Plutarch und Aelian gilt.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...

A comprehensive edition of ancient Greek mystical poems, accompanied by analysis and commentary.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the...

This book is a critical edition of 'Launfal', a medieval romance poem of unknown authorship. Edited and introduced by Thomas Chestre, the edition provides a reliable text of the poem, along with extensive commentary and notes on its sources, structure,...

Dies ist eine neue Edition von Ovids 'Metamorphosen', die von Moriz Haupt kommentiert und erklärt wurde. Die Edition basiert auf den Bearbeitungen von Otto Korn und Hermann Johannes Müller und wurde in der 8. Auflage von R. Ehwald herausgegeben.This work...

Ce livre est une étude de la poésie lyrique grecque, comprenant des poèmes d'auteurs tels que Pindare, Sappho et Anacréon. L'auteur examine les thèmes et les motifs de la poésie lyrique, ainsi que la façon dont la poésie a évolué au fil du temps. Cette...

Step back in time to ancient Rome with John Francis D'Alton's insightful analysis of the life and work of the poet Horace. Through a careful examination of Horace's poetry and the historical context in which it was written, D'Alton offers a fascinating...

Explore the world of Homer and the epic poems that have captivated readers for centuries with this classic work of scholarship. Drawing on the latest research and historical sources, the author provides a detailed examination of the Iliad and the...

Dieses Buch untersucht die Ursprünge der Sage vom Heiligen Gral und ihre Bedeutung in der europäischen Literatur und Kultur. Ein faszinierender Einblick in die mittelalterliche Mythologie und Literaturgeschichte.This work has been selected by scholars as...

De Ratione Scribendi Libri Tres is a classic Renaissance text on the art of letter writing. It includes detailed instructions on how to compose letters for every occasion, from formal business correspondence to intimate personal letters. The book is an...

In dieser literaturwissenschaftlichen Abhandlung untersucht der Autor A. Thurnwald die politische Dimension von Walther von der Vogelweides Dichtkunst. Er zeigt auf, wie der berühmte Minnesänger in seinen Gedichten gesellschaftliche Missstände der...

Dans ce livre, l'auteur explore les relations entre la pensée de Dante et la philosophie catholique du XIIIe siècle. Ozanam analyse le rôle de la théologie dans la conception médiévale de la philosophie, et montre comment Dante s'inscrit dans cette...

Der Trobador Elias Cairel ist eine kritische Textausgabe mit Übersetzungen und Anmerkungen sowie einer historischen Einleitung an der sich metrische und stilistische Untersuchungen anschließen. Elias Cairel war ein bekannter mittelalterlicher Dichter und...

This Latin-language book is a valuable resource for scholars of ancient Greek literature, as it examines the Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, and Persian translations and commentaries on works by Greek authors. Wenrich's commentary sheds light on the...

Traditional histories of Black letters in Latin America have delimited their geographic scope to the Caribbean while also omitting intertwined Afro-Indigenous discourses. Inspired by the legacy of Amefrican thinker Lélia Gonzalez, Améfrica in Letters...

Following the trial and execution of Charles I in 1649, the seventeenth century witnessed an explosion of print culture in England, including an unprecedented boom in biographical writing. Andrea Walkden offers a case-study examination of this...

First published in 2001. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Margery Kempe and Translations of the FleshKarma Lochrie"A feminist analysis of the writing of the fifteenth-century English mystic, showing how Kempe exploited the gendered ideologies of flesh and text, violated taboos, and responded to the constraints...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

The Greek novel occupies a special place in the debate on gender in antiquity, forcing us to ask why the female protagonists are such strong and positive characters. This book rejects the hypothesis of a largely female readership, and also sees a problem...

Prison Writing and the Literary World tackles international prison writingand writing about imprisonment in relation to questions of literary representationand formal aesthetics, the "value" or "values" of literature,textual censorship and circulation,...

Acknowledgements Notes on Texts and Preface The Regulation and Censorship of Early Modern Drama Licensed Fools: The 1598 Watershed Obscenity and Profanity: Sir Henry Herbert's Problems with the Players and Archbishop Laud, 1632-34 Marlowe: Censorship and...

Contents Acknowledgements Introduction PART ONE: THE YEARS OF THE REVOLUTION Introduction (Religious Musings) Erasmus Darwin: from the Bastille to Birmingham William Blake and Revolutionary Prophecy The English Jacobins PART TWO: THE WAR AGAINST NAPOLEON...

Paul O'Grady's study provides an in-depth analysis of Aquinas's contribution to the philosophy of religion. It begins by situating him within that discipline and potential objections to such an enterprise are examined. Aquinas's contexts are then...

"The Sapphic impression of emotion poured out in unpremeditated speech is the product of sophisticated art. Such poetry confronts the translator with a formidable challenge.... Jim Powell is fully aware of the dangers, and speaks of the...

Lawrence L. Lynch has authored a gripping book titled "The Last Stroke: A Detective Story". The mystery murder at the core of the tale shocks the sleepy, unassuming neighborhood. Everyone is on edge when a well-known person is the victim of a terrible...

This study posits that the Greek romances of late antiquity significantly influenced the works of William Shakespeare and Sir Philip Sidney, particularly in shaping the portrayal of the chaste marriage plot. The research explores how the themes of Greek...

Critics were divided on Hemingway's merit but the critical reception was mostly positive. In the beginnings his reputation was better in America. Later critics rejected Hemingway but in Europe he was still beloved. It is an interesting thing that some...