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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to classical Greek prosody and metre, covering both quantitative and accentual elements. It explores the historical development of metrical forms from the epic verse of Homer to the dramatic poetry of Sophocles and Aristophanes, highlighting key concepts such as quantity, vowel length, and the role of the ictus. The author presents a thorough analysis of the various metrical systems, explaining their structure and application in different genres. Furthermore, it examines the interplay between language and metre, revealing how poets used rhythm and rhyme to achieve specific effects and convey meaning. By providing a detailed examination of Greek prosody and metre, this book serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and anyone with an interest in the intricacies of classical Greek poetry and its literary heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331923466_0
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