Excerpt from Cacus der Rinderdieb: Programm zur Rektoratsfeier der Universität Basel
In seiner berühmten Besprechung der Romischen Geschichte Nie buhrs: Heidelbergische Jahrbücher der Literatur 1816. IX2, 833 ff. Sämt liche Werke herausgeg. Von Böcking Vgl. Ferner besonders Schweglers Kritik beider Ansichten, woran sich die Begründung seiner eigenen schliesst, Römische Geschichte I (1853) 53 ff.69 ff.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating narrative of Cacus, the mythical Roman figure, and his infamous cattle theft from the hero Hercules. The author meticulously examines various literary accounts of this tale, primarily focusing on the poetic renditions by Virgil, Propertius, and Ovid. Through a comparative analysis of these works, the book uncovers the evolution of the Cacus myth over time. The author demonstrates how Virgil, in the Aeneid, skillfully crafted the story to fit within the larger narrative, highlighting the heroics of Hercules. Propertius, in his shorter yet potent depiction, emphasized the moral underpinnings of the tale. Ovid, in the Metamorphoses, expanded on the story, infusing it with his signature flair for the dramatic. Beyond analyzing the literary merits of these accounts, the book explores the broader significance of the Cacus myth in Roman culture. It examines the figure of Cacus as a symbol of untamed nature and the triumph of civilization over chaos. Through its exploration of themes such as heroism, justice, and the origins of Roman identity, this book sheds new light on a captivating and enduring myth. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780365649632_0
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