Andrew Lang

The Homeric Hymns (eBook, ePUB)

A New Prose Translation; and Essays, Literary and Mythological

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Andrew Lang's 'The Homeric Hymns' is a collection of ancient Greek hymns dedicated to various gods and goddesses, providing a glimpse into the religious beliefs and practices of the time. Written in a lyrical and poetic style, these hymns explore themes of power, beauty, and the divine in a way that showcases Lang's deep appreciation for classical literature. Lang's meticulous translations capture the essence of the original texts, making them accessible to modern readers while still maintaining the rich cultural and historical context of the poems. This book serves as an important resource for scholars of ancient Greek literature and mythology, as well as anyone interested in exploring the spiritual beliefs of the ancient world. Andrew Lang, a renowned scholar and translator of folklore, mythology, and ancient texts, brings his expertise and passion for the classics to this collection, providing readers with a valuable insight into the world of ancient Greek religion and poetry. 'The Homeric Hymns' is not only a must-read for those interested in classical studies, but also for anyone who appreciates the beauty and significance of ancient literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 264
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664131508
• Artikelnr.: 58435355

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).