Narratology and the Classics is the first introduction to narratology that deals with classical narrative in epic, historiography, biography, the ancient novel, but also the many narratives inserted in drama or lyric.
Focusing on the narrative artistry of Homer's Odyssey, this commentary offers a fresh perspective that emphasizes storytelling techniques rather than traditional analysis. It delves into the structure, character development, and thematic elements, providing readers with an enriched understanding of the epic's literary craftsmanship. This approach invites both scholars and casual readers to appreciate the intricate artistry behind the timeless tale.
This book discusses the narrative form of the Euripidean messenger-speech, its style of presentation, and its place and function within the plays. The author makes use of insights from narratology and drama-theory, and shows that this traditional element in Greek drama is more complex and subtle than hitherto thought.