This book provides a unique and accessible introduction to the complete worksof Ovid. Using a thematic approach, Volk lays out what we know about Ovid's life, presents the author's works within their poetic genres, and discusses central Ovidian themes. * The first general introduction to Ovid written in English in over 20 years, offering the very latest Ovidian scholarship * Discusses the complete works of Ovid * Accessible writing and a thematic approach make this text ideal for a broad audience * A current revival in Ovid makes this timely edition highly valuable INDICE: Preface. List of Abbreviations. List of Figures. Introduction. 1. Work. 2. Life. 3. Elegy. 4. Myth. 5. Art. 6. Women. 7. Rome. 8. Reception. Further Reading. Notes. Index.
- ISBN: 978-1-4051-3642-6
- Editorial: Wiley-Blackwell
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 160
- Fecha Publicación: 17/09/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés