The Odyssey

Structure, Narration, and Meaning

Autori

• Bruce Louden

Parametri

• 212 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Narrativa
• Poesia

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Louden's innovative analysis of the Odyssey reveals a detailed structural pattern that enhances the understanding of Odysseus' journey and Homer's artistry. By identifying a repeated narrative sequence, he clarifies the role of seemingly extraneous characters and episodes, suggesting they are integral to the poem's design rather than mere additions. This study also supports the idea that the Odyssey emerged from oral tradition, allowing a single bard to weave complex themes through repetition. Louden's work offers fresh perspectives on this classic text.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1999

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