The Encyclopedia of Ancient Literature , part of the series, is a comprehensive A-to-Z reference work authored by James Wyatt Cook . Published in 2008, this 716-page volume provides an extensive overview of the writers, major works, and literary concepts that shaped global civilization from the "beginnings" of recorded history through approximately 500 CE. Scope and Cultural Coverage
Detailed biographies of major figures like Homer, Sappho, Sophocles, Virgil, Confucius, and Aristotle . Encyclopedia of Ancient Literature (Facts on Fi...
Specific, often book-by-book discussions of monumental texts such as the Aeneid , the Iliad , and the Teachings of Buddha . The Encyclopedia of Ancient Literature , part of
Strong representation of religious and apocalyptic literature from various traditions. Educational Value For more information, you can view the publisher's
The encyclopedia contains more than that move beyond just "belles lettres" (poetry and fiction) to include the broader ancient definition of literature, such as philosophy, legal codes, and scientific treatises.
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