Classical Literature: An Epic Journey from Homer to Virgil and Beyond
Book Description
The writings of the Greeks and Romans form the bedrock of Western culture. Inventing the molds for histories, tragedies, and philosophies, while pioneering radical new forms of epic and poetry, the Greeks and Romans created the literary world we still inhabit today. Writing with verve and insight, distinguished classicist Richard Jenkyns explores a thousand years of classical civilization, car... More
Book Information
Publisher | Basic Books |
Binding | Kindle Edition (2 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | 288 |
ISBN-10 | B01B11SIT6 |
Publication Date | 03/01/2016 |
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