The Poetic Plural Of Greek Tragedy In The Light Of Homeric Usage (1910)

By Horace Leonard Jones

Book Overview

The Poetic Plural of Greek Tragedy in the Light of Homeric Usage is a book written by Horace Leonard Jones in 1910. The book explores the use of plurals in Greek tragedy and compares it to the usage in Homeric literature. Jones examines the poetic techniques used by Greek tragedians to create a sense of unity and harmony in their works, and how this is reflected in the use of plural forms. The author also delves into the historical and cultural context of Greek tragedy, including the role of the chorus and the influence of religious beliefs. The book is written in a scholarly style and is intended for an academic audience interested in Greek literature and language. It includes extensive footnotes and references to primary sources, as well as a comprehensive bibliography. Overall, The Poetic Plural of Greek Tragedy in the Light of Homeric Usage provides a detailed analysis of an important aspect of Greek literature and offers insights into the techniques used by ancient Greek writers to create powerful and enduring works of art.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: 1104502380
• ISBN13: 9781104502386
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.3"