ISBN: 9780656577934 - Grundriss Der Römischen Litteratur (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces readers to the origins and character of Roman literature, offering a fresh perspective on the impact of society and culture on literary development. The author argues that despite being heavily influenced by Greek sources, Roman literature was shaped by unique social and political factors, including the emphasis on public service and the importance of the state. The author explores the evolution of different literary genres in Rome, from drama and epic poetry to oratory and historiography, relating their development to the political and social context of the time. The book sheds light on the ways in which Roman literature both reflected and influenced its cultural milieu, making it an important resource for anyone interested in Roman history, literature, and the development of Western thought. 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. print-on-demand item.…