Analyzes the characterization of the protagonists in the five extant, so-called 'ideal' Greek novels of the first few centuries C.E., using the conceptual couples of typification/individuation, idealistic/realistic characterization, and static/dynamic character to show their com…
Introduction / James J. Clauss and Martine Cuypers -- From Alexander to Augustus / Andrew Erskine -- Literature and the kings / Rolf Strootman -- Ptolemaic Alexandria / Susan Stephens -- Education / Jessica Wissmann -- The pre-figured muse : rethinking a few assumptions on Helle…
Offering unparalleled scope, A Companion to Hellenistic Literature in newly commissioned essays explores the social and intellectual contexts of literature production in the Hellenistic period, and examines the relationship between Hellenistic and earlier literature. Provides a …
Introduction / James J. Clauss and Martine Cuypers -- From Alexander to Augustus / Andrew Erskine -- Literature and the kings / Rolf Strootman -- Ptolemaic Alexandria / Susan Stephens -- Education / Jessica Wissmann -- The pre-figured muse : rethinking a few assumptions on Helle…
Examining the relationship between Hellenistic and earlier literature, this title provides a wide ranging critical examination of Hellenistic literature, including the works of well-respected poets alongside lesser-known historical, philosophical, and scientific prose of the per…