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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'Characters and Epithets a Study Oin Vergil's Aeneid' is an insightful scholarly exploration of the literary techniques employed by one of Rome's greatest poets. Nicholas Moseley delves deep into the structural and stylistic use of epithets throughout Vergil's masterpiece, examining how these descriptive tags serve not merely as decorative additions but as vital tools for character development and thematic cohesion. The work meticulously analyzes the relationship between the descriptive titles assigned to key figures-such as Aeneas, Dido, and Turnus-and their evolving roles within the epic narrative. Moseley's study offers a comprehensive look at the tradition of epic poetry and the specific innovations Vergil brought to the genre. By tracing the recurrence and variations of specific epithets, the book reveals the nuanced psychological depth and moral complexity that Vergil imbued in his characters. This scholarly work remains a valuable resource for students of classical philology, Latin literature, and those interested in the intricacies of ancient narrative craft. It provides a bridge between linguistic analysis and literary appreciation, highlighting how subtle shifts in language can influence the reader's perception of heroism, fate, and human emotion in the classical world.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.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. "Characters and Epithets a Study Oin Vergil's Aeneid" is an insightful scholarly exploration of the literary techniques employed by one of Rome's greatest poets. Nicholas Moseley delves deep into the structural and stylistic use of epithets throughout Vergil's masterpiece, examining how these descriptive tags serve not merely as decorative additions but as vital tools for character development and thematic cohesion. The work meticulously analyzes the relationship between the descriptive titles assigned to key figures-such as Aeneas, Dido, and Turnus-and their evolving roles within the epic narrative. Moseley's study offers a comprehensive look at the tradition of epic poetry and the specific innovations Vergil brought to the genre. By tracing the recurrence and variations of specific epithets, the book reveals the nuanced psychological depth and moral complexity that Vergil imbued in his characters. This scholarly work remains a valuable resource for students of classical philology, Latin literature, and those interested in the intricacies of ancient narrative craft. It provides a bridge between linguistic analysis and literary appreciation, highlighting how subtle shifts in language can influence the reader's perception of heroism, fate, and human emotion in the classical world.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.…