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Deathly Erichtho as Vital to Lucans Bellum Ciuile
The Necromancer Hero of the Neronian Anti-Epic
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The analysis presents Erichtho, a necromancer, as the true hero of Lucan's Bellum Ciuile, challenging traditional notions of heroism in the epic. Unlike the main characters—Caesar, Pompey, and Cato—Erichtho embodies the qualities of an epic hero through her mastery over death and manipulation of others, particularly in her interactions with Sextus Pompeius. Her unique vatic powers allow her access to the Underworld, positioning her as a central figure whose influence permeates the narrative, ultimately redefining the concept of heroism within the text.
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Deathly Erichtho as Vital to Lucans Bellum Ciuile, John Young
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- 2012
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- Title
- Deathly Erichtho as Vital to Lucans Bellum Ciuile
- Subtitle
- The Necromancer Hero of the Neronian Anti-Epic
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Young
- Publisher
- LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 60
- ISBN13
- 9783659223570
- Description
- The analysis presents Erichtho, a necromancer, as the true hero of Lucan's Bellum Ciuile, challenging traditional notions of heroism in the epic. Unlike the main characters—Caesar, Pompey, and Cato—Erichtho embodies the qualities of an epic hero through her mastery over death and manipulation of others, particularly in her interactions with Sextus Pompeius. Her unique vatic powers allow her access to the Underworld, positioning her as a central figure whose influence permeates the narrative, ultimately redefining the concept of heroism within the text.