Disguise and recognition in the Odyssey /

"This book is a comprehensive study of the Odyssey's plot, which shows how the motifs of disguise and recognition are used to articulate the central values of Homeric society. The story of Odysseus' homecoming is discussed in relation to family dynamics, heroic competition, the social...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Murnaghan, Sheila, 1951-
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Lanham, Md. : Lexington Books, ©2011.
Edición:2nd ed.
Colección:Greek studies.
Temas:
Homer. > Odyssey.
Odysseus, > King of Ithaca (Mythological character)
Odyssey (Homer)
Epic poetry, Greek > History and criticism.
Odysseus (Greek mythology) in literature.
Identity (Psychology) in literature.
Poetry > Psychological aspects.
Recognition in literature.
Disguise in literature.
Poésie épique grecque > Histoire et critique.
Identité (Psychologie) dans la littérature.
Poésie > Aspect psychologique.
Reconnaissance dans la littérature.
Déguisement dans la littérature.
LITERARY CRITICISM > Ancient & Classical.
Disguise in literature
Epic poetry, Greek
Identity (Psychology) in literature
Literature
Poetry > Psychological aspects
Recognition in literature
Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Descripción
Sumario:"This book is a comprehensive study of the Odyssey's plot, which shows how the motifs of disguise and recognition are used to articulate the central values of Homeric society. The story of Odysseus' homecoming is discussed in relation to family dynamics, heroic competition, the social institutions of marriage and hospitality, gender relations, and the enduring power of song."--Provided by publisher.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xvi, 145 pages)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
ISBN:9781461734024
1461734029

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