Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 'Homer's Ithaca: A Vindication of Tradition', Rennell Rodd provides a scholarly and passionate defense of the historical and geographical accuracy of the Homeric poems. This compelling study addresses one of the most enduring debates in classical studies: the true location of the home of Odysseus. Rodd meticulously examines the topography of the Ionian Islands, comparing the physical landmarks described in the 'Odyssey' with the actual landscape of the island traditionally known as Ithaca.Challenging contemporary archaeological theories that sought to relocate the site to neighboring islands, Rodd argues that the weight of local tradition and the precise details found in Homer's verses confirm Ithaca's identity. The work blends literary analysis with geographic observation, offering readers a deep dive into the world of ancient Greece and the intersection of myth and reality. It remains a significant contribution to Homeric scholarship, appealing to students of the classics, archaeologists, and anyone fascinated by the enduring legacy of the Greek epics. Rodd's eloquent prose and thorough research make 'Homer's Ithaca' an essential resource for understanding the relationship between the legendary landscapes of the past and the physical geography of the Mediterranean.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781025723594

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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. In "Homer's Ithaca: A Vindication of Tradition", Rennell Rodd provides a scholarly and passionate defense of the historical and geographical accuracy of the Homeric poems. This compelling study addresses one of the most enduring debates in classical studies: the true location of the home of Odysseus. Rodd meticulously examines the topography of the Ionian Islands, comparing the physical landmarks described in the "Odyssey" with the actual landscape of the island traditionally known as Ithaca.Challenging contemporary archaeological theories that sought to relocate the site to neighboring islands, Rodd argues that the weight of local tradition and the precise details found in Homer's verses confirm Ithaca's identity. The work blends literary analysis with geographic observation, offering readers a deep dive into the world of ancient Greece and the intersection of myth and reality. It remains a significant contribution to Homeric scholarship, appealing to students of the classics, archaeologists, and anyone fascinated by the enduring legacy of the Greek epics. Rodd's eloquent prose and thorough research make "Homer's Ithaca" an essential resource for understanding the relationship between the legendary landscapes of the past and the physical geography of the Mediterranean.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781025723594

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