What Is a Jewish Classicist?

Essays on the Personal Voice and Disciplinary Politics

Autor*innen

• Simon Goldhill

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• 200 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Biografien & Memoiren

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The essays delve into the intersection of personal identity, scholarship, and the politics within academia, particularly in the field of classics. They explore how scholars' backgrounds influence their work and the implications of inclusion and exclusion in the discipline, particularly regarding Jewish scholars. The discussion extends to the transformative nature of translation in engaging with ancient literature, emphasizing its role in shaping contemporary understanding of antiquity. This thought-provoking collection highlights the evolving dynamics of cultural identity and scholarship in modern society.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Hardcover