
The Homeric Hymn to Aphrodite, which tells of the seduction of the shepherd Anchises by the love-goddess Aphrodite, has long been recognized as a masterpiece of early Western literature. This edition is designed as a reference tool to aid scholars and students in their study of the poem. The introduction and commentary deal with points of language appropriate to the specialist or student of Greek, but also with matters of literary interpretation of interest to the non-specialist reader.
This volume investigates the linguistic, historical, and literary dimensions of the Homeric Hymn to Aphrodite to provide a comprehensive scholarly resource. Andrew Faulkner, a specialist in classical literature, utilizes philological analysis and historical context to examine the poem's structure and its significance within the early Greek tradition. The work serves as both a technical guide for students of the Greek language and an interpretive framework for those interested in the poem's thematic content.
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Scholars and students of classics frequently cite this edition as a reliable and accessible resource for both linguistic study and literary analysis. Experts highlight the balance between technical philological rigor and broader interpretive insights as a significant contribution to the field.
Page Count:
360
Publication Date:
2008-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
0191553425
ISBN-13:
9780191553424
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