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Scholarly commentary on the nuances of Greek writing fills library shelves, even entire libraries. Yet nothing can take the place of the documents themselves. The Classical Greek Reader marks an exciting departure from the traditional anthology approach to Greek literature and thought. By focusing not only on the big names but also on the less-familiar voices-the women, doctors, storytellers, herbalists, and romance writers-we are offered a glimpse of ancient Greece as we have rarely seen it. Kenneth J. Atchity provides the reader with firsthand access to literary, artistic, social, political, religious, scientific, and philosophical texts that shaped Greek thinking. From Homeric epics to the histories of Plutarch, and from the poems of Korinna to the romances of Heliodorus, this invaluable reference provides readers with modern translations of the voices that shaped the classical Greek spirit. Each entry contains an introduction identifying the author and providing information that allows readers to consider these ancient texts in a new light. Here are the wonders of the Greek world presented in a modern, accessible manner, perfect for those looking to refresh their acquaintance with the classics and for those who have yet to explore the exciting intellectual energy of the ancient Greek world.

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Book category Books in English Literature & literary studies Literature: history & criticism Literary studies: general

• Full title: Classical Greek Reader
• Author: Kenneth J. Atchity
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 480
• EAN: 9780195123036
• ISBN: 0195123034
• ID: 04514573
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
• Weight: 878 g
• Dimensions: 237 × 193 × 28 mm
• Date of publishing: 11. February 1999

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