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Diachronic Dialogues
Authority and Continuity in Homer and the Homeric Tradition
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Exploring themes like truth, knowledge, and the heroic code, this work delves into the performative values present in Homer's poetry, particularly in the Iliad and the Odyssey. It challenges traditional notions of authorship and memory, emphasizing the significance of diction and formula in understanding these epic narratives. The analysis highlights how these elements shape the characters and their virtues, offering a fresh perspective on the enduring impact of Homer's works.
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Diachronic Dialogues, Ahuvia Kahane
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- 2005
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- Title
- Diachronic Dialogues
- Subtitle
- Authority and Continuity in Homer and the Homeric Tradition
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ahuvia Kahane
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 280
- ISBN13
- 9780739111338
- Category
- About Literature
- Description
- Exploring themes like truth, knowledge, and the heroic code, this work delves into the performative values present in Homer's poetry, particularly in the Iliad and the Odyssey. It challenges traditional notions of authorship and memory, emphasizing the significance of diction and formula in understanding these epic narratives. The analysis highlights how these elements shape the characters and their virtues, offering a fresh perspective on the enduring impact of Homer's works.