Isbn: 9780666571526 - de apulei metamorphoseon compositione numerosa: dissertatio inauguralis quam consensu et auctoritate amplissimi philosophorum ordinis in academia ... philosophia honores rite capessendos scripsit (3 resultados)

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the ancient art of rhythmical prose, a subject of great interest to both Greek and Roman scholars and orators, and its use in Apuleius' literary masterpiece, 'Metamorphoses'. The author traces the historical development of rhythmical prose from its origins in Greek oratory to its adoption and adaptation by Roman writers. The book sheds light on the specific techniques employed by Apuleius to create a harmonious and engaging prose style, such as the use of clausulae, metrical feet, and other rhythmic devices. Furthermore, the author explores the broader significance of rhythmical prose in the context of ancient literary theory and its influence on subsequent literary traditions. This book is a valuable resource for scholars of classical literature, rhetoric, and prosody. It offers a comprehensive analysis of rhythmical prose in Apuleius's Metamorphoses, providing new insights into the author's artistry and the evolution of prose style in antiquity. 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.…