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Decoding the Ancient Novel

The Reader and the Role of Description in Heliodorus and Achilles Tatius

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Shadi Bartsch

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212 Seiten
8 Lesestunden

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The book offers a fresh perspective on the ancient Greek novels by Heliodorus and Achilles Tatius, emphasizing the importance of detailed descriptive passages. Rather than viewing these elements as mere embellishments, the author argues they are essential to the narrative, engaging readers and shaping their understanding of the story. By highlighting how these descriptions influence the development of relationships within the novels, the work provides deeper insights into the complexities of these sophisticated romances and the author's manipulation of reader expectations.