Greeko-Slavonic: Ilchester Lectures On Greeko-Slavonic Literature And Its Relation To The Folklore Of Europe During The Middle Ages

By Moses Gaster

Book Overview

The book ""Greeko-Slavonic: Ilchester Lectures On Greeko-Slavonic Literature And Its Relation To The Folklore Of Europe During The Middle Ages"" by Moses Gaster is a comprehensive study of the literature and folklore of Greece and Eastern Europe during the Middle Ages. The author examines the relationship between the two cultures, exploring the influence of Greek literature on Slavic folklore and vice versa. The book is based on a series of lectures delivered by Gaster at the University of Oxford in 1916, and it provides a detailed analysis of the various literary genres that emerged during this period, including epic poetry, hagiography, and romance. The author also delves into the role of religion and mythology in shaping the literature and folklore of the region, highlighting the ways in which these elements were intertwined with historical events and social customs. Overall, this book offers a fascinating insight into the rich cultural heritage of Greece and Eastern Europe, and it is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of literature and folklore.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163091715
• ISBN13: 9781163091715
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"