ENGLISH

Epic History

By Konstan , Kurt(Editor) , David(Editor);Raaflaub

Book information

Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Year
2010
ISBN
9781405193078, 3813924114, 1405193077
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
2 MB (2071332 bytes)
Pages
442\458
Time added
2020-11-29 04:31:27
History

Description

With contributions from leading scholars, this is a unique cross-cultural comparison of historical epics across a wide range of cultures and time periods, which presents crucial insights into how history is treated in narrative poetry. The first book to gain new insights into the topic of 'epic and history' through in-depth cross-cultural comparisons Covers epic traditions across the globe and across a wide range of time periods Brings together leading specialists in the field, and is edited by two internationally regarded scholars An important reference for scholars and students interested in history and literature across a broad range of disciplines

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