Andrew Lang

The World of Homer (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Epic World of Ancient Greek Poetry

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The World of Homer' by Andrew Lang, readers are taken on a scholarly exploration of the literary world of Homer, focusing on the context and themes of his epic poems. Lang delves into the cultural and historical influences on Homer's works, providing detailed analysis and interpretation of his storytelling style. Lang's writing is academic yet accessible, making this book perfect for both students and enthusiasts of ancient Greek literature. With insightful commentary on the characters, settings, and narrative techniques employed by Homer, Lang paints a vivid picture of the world in which these timeless classics were composed. Andrew Lang, a renowned Scottish author and anthropologist, brings his expertise in folklore and mythology to 'The World of Homer.' His extensive research and passion for ancient literature shine through in this comprehensive study, offering readers a deeper understanding of the significance of Homer's poems in the literary canon. Lang's background in both literature and anthropology undoubtedly influenced his approach to examining Homer's works, resulting in a rich and engaging book. I highly recommend 'The World of Homer' to anyone interested in delving into the works of Homer with a scholarly perspective. Lang's thorough analysis and insightful commentary make this book a valuable addition to any library dedicated to the study of ancient literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 1133
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664575968
• Artikelnr.: 58563232

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).