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Mythical Monsters in Classical Literature

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Mythical Monsters in Classical Literature

This engaging, readable yet impeccably scholarly investigation of monsters in Classical literature will
entertain and stimulate as well as inform. It covers all the major mythical monsters mentioned by Greek and Roman authors (Medusa, Polyphemus, the Minotaur, Sphinx, Harpies, Sirens, Cerberus, Chimaera, and many more) along with Classical precursors of vampires, werewolves and the living dead. Versions of these creatures
that appear in later literature and film are also discussed.

Mythical Monsters is original in considering monsters squarely from a literary standpoint, introducing elements of literary analysis gradually as the work progresses, and building up to quite a sophisticated approach. This will increase readersâ€™ critical appreciation and plain enjoyment of these stories, which continue to fascinate today. To facilitate browsing, each chapter can be read independently. There is also a useful bibliography and index.
Country USA
Brand Bristol Classical Press
Manufacturer Bristol Classical Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber Illustrations
Model Illustrations
ReleaseDate 2007-03-01
EANs 9780715636275

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