Andrew Lang

Broschiertes Buch

The World of Homer

Beschreibung

The World of Homer is a book written by Andrew Lang that explores the life and times of the legendary Greek poet, Homer. It delves into the historical and cultural context of ancient Greece during the time when Homer lived and wrote his epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey. Lang provides a comprehensive analysis of the themes, characters, and literary devices used in Homer's works, as well as the impact they had on subsequent generations of writers and thinkers. The book also examines the various theories surrounding Homer's identity and the authorship of his poems, and sheds light on his influence on the development of Western literature and culture. The World of Homer is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, literature, and mythology.1910. While best known for his translations of classical literature and as a collector of folk and fairy tales, Lang also wrote poetry, biographies, histories, novels, literary criticisms and even children's books. Lang was highly regarded as a Homeric scholar. His works in this area include this volume, which is a defense of the unity of Homer. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.#This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Andrew Lang, born on 31 March 1844 in Selkirk, Scotland, was a multifaceted scholar renowned for his contributions to literature and anthropology. Educated at the University of St Andrews and Balliol College, Oxford, he excelled in classical studies and developed a profound interest in folklore and mythology. In 1875, he married Leonora Blanche Alleyne, who played a significant role in his fairy tale collections.Throughout his career, Lang was a prolific writer, producing works that spanned poetry, novels, literary criticism, and anthropological studies. He is perhaps best remembered for his Fairy Books, a series of twelve collections of fairy tales from various cultures, beginning with The Blue Fairy Book in 1889. These volumes have become classics, enchanting readers with their rich storytelling and diverse narratives.In addition to his literary endeavors, Lang made significant contributions to the study of folklore and anthropology, authoring works such as Custom and Myth (1884) and Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887). His scholarly pursuits extended to psychical research, and he served as president of the Society for Psychical Research in 1911. Lang passed away on 20 July 1912 in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence the fields of literature and anthropology.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 352
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Oktober 2006
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 572g
• ISBN-13: 9781430441809
• ISBN-10: 1430441801
• Artikelnr.: 21012450