Image and Text in Graeco-Roman Antiquity

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Exploring the interplay between visual and verbal communication, this richly illustrated work delves into the historical context of Greek and Roman antiquity. Dr. Squire challenges modern separations of images and texts, highlighting a more integrated relationship in classical times. By tracing contemporary concepts of 'words' and 'pictures' back to post-Reformation theology and aesthetics, the book fosters a reexamination of our current ideologies. This interdisciplinary approach combines classics and art history, offering a fresh perspective on Western visual culture.