Fighting for Rome

Poets and Caesars, History and Civil War

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• John Henderson

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• 360 Seiten
• 13 Lesestunden

• Kunst & Kultur
• Lehrbücher
• Sprachbücher & -lexika
• Über Literatur

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Exploring the transformation of Roman literature, this collection of essays delves into how the concept of "Fighting for Rome" evolved from imperialism to a descent into tyranny under the Caesars. The essays cover various literary forms, including history, satire, lyric, and epic, closely analyzing specific texts. Originally conceived in the post-Cold War era, these updated writings aim to present ancient works with a fresh and engaging perspective, highlighting their relevance and impact on contemporary readers.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
• Einband: Paperback