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The Rhetoric of the Body from Ovid to Shakespeare

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This original study explores Ovid's complex influence on Renaissance depictions of gender and desire, examining how his works shaped contemporary understandings of these themes. It delves into the interplay between classical texts and Renaissance interpretations, revealing the tensions and transformations in representations of identity and sexuality during this pivotal period. Through detailed analysis, the book highlights the enduring impact of Ovid's ideas on art and literature, offering fresh insights into the cultural dynamics of the Renaissance.

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The Rhetoric of the Body from Ovid to Shakespeare, Lynn Enterline

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2011
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Titolo
The Rhetoric of the Body from Ovid to Shakespeare
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2011
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
288
ISBN13
9780521624503
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4,2 su 5
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This original study explores Ovid's complex influence on Renaissance depictions of gender and desire, examining how his works shaped contemporary understandings of these themes. It delves into the interplay between classical texts and Renaissance interpretations, revealing the tensions and transformations in representations of identity and sexuality during this pivotal period. Through detailed analysis, the book highlights the enduring impact of Ovid's ideas on art and literature, offering fresh insights into the cultural dynamics of the Renaissance.