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Joseph Bickersteth Mayor

    Joseph Bickersteth Mayor held positions as Emeritus Professor at King's College, London, and Honorary Fellow at St. John's College, Cambridge. He was the brother of John E.B. Mayor, who was also an academic.

    Chapters on English Metre
    Clement of Alexandria. Miscellanies Book Vii: The Greek Text
    An Examination of the Utilitarian Philosophy
    Greek for Beginners
    Virgil's Messianic Eclogue, Its Meaning, Occasion, & Sources: Three Studies
    • 2023

      Virgil's Messianic Eclogue is a classic work of literary criticism, examining the religious and political themes of Virgil's poetry. Joseph Bickersteth Mayor, Robert Seymour Conway, and William Warde Fowler provide detailed analysis of the Messianic Eclogue, exploring its symbolism and meaning in the context of Roman society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature and the wider impact of the ancient world on modern culture.

      Virgil's Messianic Eclogue, Its Meaning, Occasion, & Sources: Three Studies
    • 2023

      This scholarly edition of Clement of Alexandria's Miscellanies offers a valuable resource for classicists and theologians alike. Featuring the original Greek text, along with extensive annotations and commentary, the book sheds light on the complex ideas and arguments of this influential early Christian thinker.

      Clement of Alexandria. Miscellanies Book Vii: The Greek Text
    • 2023

      Chapters on English Metre

      • 218 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      In this illuminating study of English poetry, critic Joseph B. Mayor offers a detailed and insightful analysis of the principles of meter and rhyme that underlie some of the greatest works of literature in the English language. Drawing on examples from Shakespeare, Milton, and other classic poets, Mayor shows how the rhythms of poetry can shape, enhance, and enliven the emotional impact of language, and offers practical advice to aspiring writers seeking to master these essential techniques.

      Chapters on English Metre
    • 2022
    • 2022