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Prudence J. Jones

    Cleopatra
    Reading Rivers in Roman Literature and Culture
    • 2006

      Cleopatra

      A Sourcebook

      • 362 Seiten
      • 13 Lesestunden
      3,9(39)Abgeben

      Focusing on Cleopatra, this collection offers a deep dive into the life of one of history's most intriguing figures. It features ten black-and-white illustrations and two maps to enhance the reader's understanding of her world and influence.

      Cleopatra
    • 2005

      Focusing on the role of rivers in Vergil's poetry, this study delves into their symbolic significance in Greco-Roman culture, encompassing cosmological, ritual, and ethnographical dimensions. It further explores how rivers function as a literary device, positing that their descriptions often serve as insightful commentary on narrative development and structure within Roman poetry.

      Reading Rivers in Roman Literature and Culture