
The Oxford Handbook of Hellenic Studies is a unique collection of some seventy articles which together explore the ways in which ancient Greece has been, is, and might be studied. It is intended to inform its readers, but also, importantly, to inspire them, and to enable them to pursue their own research by introducing the primary resources and exploring the latest agenda for their study. The emphasis is on the breadth and potential of Hellenic Studies as a flourishing and exciting intellectual arena, and also upon its relevance to the way we think about ourselves today.
This volume investigates the multifaceted methodologies and evolving intellectual frameworks used to study ancient Greece across various academic disciplines. The editors, Barbara Graziosi, George Boys-Stones, and Phiroze Vasunia, curate a comprehensive collection of seventy articles that synthesize historical, literary, and archaeological perspectives. The text serves as both a foundational resource for established scholars and a guide for researchers seeking to identify current trends and future directions in the field of Hellenic Studies.
What You Will Find
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Experts recognize this handbook as a significant reference tool that effectively maps the breadth of modern Hellenic scholarship. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is intended for students and researchers already familiar with the core tenets of classical studies.
Page Count:
912
Publication Date:
2009-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
019160870X
ISBN-13:
9780191608704
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