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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the vast and influential body of work by the philosopher Boethius to determine the chronological order of his writings. It employs a stylistic analysis of Boethius' syntax, including his connective particles and usage of Greek in Latin translation. Boethius' work is of key importance to understanding the transmission of knowledge from classical antiquity to the medieval period. His translations of Greek works on logic from Aristotle and Porphyry, coupled with his own commentaries, played a central role in shaping the curriculum of medieval European universities. This book argues that Boethius' earlier works were heavily influenced by Greek sources, while his later works demonstrate a more Ciceronian style. The book concludes that Boethius' writings span three distinct periods: an early period of strong Greek influence, a middle period of Ciceronian influence, and a later period of originality and relative freedom from stylistic influences. This thorough and nuanced analysis provides a valuable resource for scholars and students of classical philosophy and philology. 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 9781333403386_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333403386
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