The Politics of Latin Literature

Writing, Identity, and Empire in Ancient Rome

Auteurs

• Thomas N. Habinek

Paramètres

• 248 pages
• 9 heures de lecture

• Histoire

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Exploring the intersection of Latin literature and ancient Roman politics, this book challenges the notion that classical works were solely aesthetic creations. Thomas Habinek argues that literature served as a cultural practice deeply intertwined with the political and social conflicts of its time, revealing how literary expression influenced and reflected the dynamics of Roman society. This groundbreaking analysis offers a new perspective on the role of literature in shaping cultural and political discourse in ancient Rome.

Achat du livre

• Année de publication: 2001
• Reliure: (souple)