Author Description
Classics In The Modern World Brings Together A Collection Of Distinguished International Contributors To Discuss The Features And Implications Of A 'democratic Turn' In Modern Perceptions Of Ancient Greece And Rome. It Examines How Greek And Roman Material Has Been Involved With Issues Of Democracy, Both In Political Culture And In The Greater Diffusion Of Classics In Recent Times Outside The Elite Classes. By Looking At Individual Case Studies From Theatre, Film, Fiction, Tv, Radio, Museums, And Popular Media, And Through Area Studies That Consider Trends Over Time In Particular Societies, The Volume Explores The Relationship Between Greek And Roman Ways Of Thinking And Modern Definitions Of Democratic Practices And Approaches, Enabling A Wider Re-evaluation Of The Role Of Ancient Greece And Rome In The Modern World.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates whether the modern reception of ancient Greek and Roman culture reflects a democratic turn in how these classical traditions are perceived and utilized. Editors Lorna Hardwick and Stephen J. Harrison compile essays from international scholars to analyze how classical material has transitioned from an elite preserve to a broader cultural influence. The text argues that the integration of antiquity into contemporary political discourse and popular media necessitates a re-evaluation of the relationship between ancient thought and modern democratic practice.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of classical reception in theatre, film, television, and radio
- Case studies on the diffusion of classical knowledge outside academic institutions
- Comparative area studies examining trends in specific global societies
- Examination of the intersection between ancient political theory and modern democratic definitions
Scope Limits
- Does not provide a comprehensive history of classical education systems
- Does not focus on purely linguistic or philological analysis of ancient texts
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and students of classical reception studies frequently cite this volume as a significant contribution to understanding the democratization of antiquity. Experts highlight the text's interdisciplinary approach as a foundational resource for those examining the cultural relevance of Greece and Rome in contemporary society.
Page Count:
520
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191655430
ISBN-13:
9780191655432
History
Sociology