9781333921613 - A Syntactic, Stylistic and Metrical Study of Prudentius (Classic Reprint): A Thesis Presented to the Board of University Studies of the Johns Hopkins ... of Doctor ... (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book analyses the language of Prudentius, a fourth-century Christian poet, in the context of Roman and early Christian literature. The author examines Prudentius's style and vocabulary and compares them to those of his predecessors and contemporaries, including Juvencus, Vergil, Horace, and Ovid. The analysis reveals that Prudentius was a versatile and innovative poet who blended classical and Christian elements in his work, creating a unique and influential body of literature that has shaped the development of Latin poetry and Christian thought. Through its meticulous examination of Prudentius's language and its historical and literary context, this book provides valuable insights into the evolution of Latin literature and the role of Christianity in shaping its development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.