The Querolus: A Syntactical And Stylistic Study

By George Wesley Johnston

Book Overview

""The Querolus: A Syntactical And Stylistic Study"" by George Wesley Johnston is a scholarly work that analyzes the syntax and style of the Latin comedy ""Querolus"". This play, which was likely written in the 4th century AD, tells the story of a greedy old man who tries to trick his nephew out of his inheritance. Johnston's study examines the linguistic and literary techniques used in the play, including its use of word order, rhetorical devices, and poetic meter. The book provides a detailed analysis of the play's language and style, as well as its historical and cultural context. It is intended for scholars and students of Latin literature, as well as anyone interested in the history of comedy and drama.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: 116358651X
• ISBN13: 9781163586518
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"