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The East Face of Helicon

West Asiatic Elements in Greek Poetry and Myth

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The book explores the profound connections between early Greek poetry and ancient Near Eastern literatures, revealing their fundamental and pervasive nature. Martin West provides extensive documentation and a comprehensive survey of key figures, including Hesiod, the Homeric epics, lyric poets, and Aeschylus. The work culminates in a thought-provoking discussion on potential pathways of cultural transmission between the Orient and Greece, significantly advancing the understanding of these literary relationships.

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The East Face of Helicon, M. L. West

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