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The Epic Rhapsode and His Craft

- Homeric Performance in a Diachronic Perspective

About The Epic Rhapsode and His Craft

Studies Homeric performance from archaic to Roman imperial times. This title argues that oracular utterance, dramatic acting, and rhetorical delivery powerfully elucidate the practice of epic rhapsodes. It shows that rhapsodic practice is best understood as an evolving combination of revelation, interpretation, recitation, and dramatic delivery.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674055896
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 834
  • Published:
  • December 31, 2014
  • Dimensions:
  • 230x155x71 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 1114 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: October 24, 2024

Description of The Epic Rhapsode and His Craft

Studies Homeric performance from archaic to Roman imperial times. This title argues that oracular utterance, dramatic acting, and rhetorical delivery powerfully elucidate the practice of epic rhapsodes. It shows that rhapsodic practice is best understood as an evolving combination of revelation, interpretation, recitation, and dramatic delivery.

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