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A rollicking journey through Classical literatureranging from poetry and philosophy through epic and historythat offers delights for experts and lay readers alike.The writings of the Greeks and Romans form the bedrock of Western culture. Inventing the molds for histories, tragedies, and philosophies, while pioneering radical new forms of epic and poetry, the Greeks and Romans created the literary world we still inhabit today. Writing with verve and insight, distinguished classicist Richard Jenkyns explores a thousand years of classical civilization, carrying readers from the depths of the Greek dark ages through the glittering heights of Rome''s empire.Jenkyns begins with Homer and the birth of epic poetry before exploring the hypnotic poetry of Pindar, Sappho, and others from the Greek dark ages. Later, in Athens''s classical age, Jenkyns shows the radical nature of Sophocles''s choice to portray Ajax as a psychologically wounded warrior, how Aeschylus developed tragedy, and how Herodotus, in "inventing history," brought to narrative an epic and tragic quality. We meet the strikingly modern figure of Virgil, struggling to mirror epic art in an age of empire, and experience the love poems of Catullus, who imbued verse with obsessive passion as never before. Even St. Paul and other early Christian writers are artfully grounded here in their classical literary context.A dynamic and comprehensive introduction to Greek and Roman literature, Jenkyns''s Classical Literature is essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the classicsand the extraordinary origins of Western culture.

Claves para interpretar la literatura inglesa presenta de forma accesible un breve recorrido por la evolución de los principales movimientos literarios ingleses, que se ilustran con una selección de autores y obras. La presentacion compacta de dicha evolucion permite observar la confluencia de factores sociales, culturales, historicos e ideologicos que estan en la base de la creacion literaria. Puesto que este libro no precisa conocimientos previos, se ha incluido una breve seleccion de lecturas para aquellos que esten interesados en profundizar en la interpretacion de la literatura inglesa.Claves para interpretar la literatura inglesa presenta de forma accesible un breve recorrido por la evolución de los principales movimientos literarios ingleses, que se ilustran con una selección de autores y obras. La presentacion compacta de dicha evolucion permite observar la confluencia de factores sociales, culturales, historicos e ideologicos queestan en la base de la creacion literaria. Puesto que este libro no precisa conocimientos previos, se ha incluido una breve seleccion de lecturas para aquellos que esten interesados en profundizar en la interpretacion de la literatura inglesa.

La literatura japonesa es una realidad de creciente atractivo en nuestros días. Para quienes desean conocerla más en profundidad o introducirse en ella, se publica este libro de obligada referencia. Lejos de ser una historia de la literatura colmada de nombres y fechas, sus paginas nos descubren con claridad y orden, y de forma amena, las claves necesarias para interpretar y valorar el conjunto enormemente rico de una literatura japonesa, que ya dejara de ser un exotismo incomprensible, lejano e indescifrable. Esta primera guia de literatura japonesa publicada en español se extiende, en su primera parte, por la geografia, la sociedad, la religion, la lengua, la estetica, las teorias literarias, etc., desde planteamientos japoneses apoyados en referentes culturales del mundo hispanohablante. Se dan, asi, pautas y criterios para comprender y saborear con plenitud la esplendida riqueza de valores y de significados de casi cualquier obra literaria de Japon. En la segunda parte, se ofrece una antologia de textos algunos ineditos en español de doce obras capitales de la literatura japonesa, desde el primer documento literario, el Kojiki, del año 712, al ultimo Premio Nobel japones, Kenzaburo Oe, en el año 2004. Unico en su genero en lengua española y escrito por Carlos Rubio, traductor y especialista en literatura japonesa, es un manual insustituible para una de las literaturas mas fascinantes y menos conocidas del mundo.

La literatura japonesa es una realidad de creciente atractivo en nuestros días. Para quienes desean conocerla más en profundidad o introducirse en ella, se pu­blica este libro de obligada referencia.

The original "CliffsNotes" study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.In "CliffsNotes on Defoe''s Robinson Crusoe", you follow the physical and spiritual journey of the original "castaway" Robinson Crusoe, the young and impulsive wanderer who becomes the sole survivor of a shipwreck and must fend for himself on a remote island somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean. This study guide carefully walks you through every step of Crusoe''s struggle for survival by providing chapter summaries and critical analyses of each chapter of the novel. You''ll also explore the life and background of the author, Daniel Defoe, and find review questions to help you prepare for your tests. Classic literature or modern day treasure you''ll understand it all with expert information and insight from "CliffsNotes" study guides.

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The original "CliffsNotes" study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature. "CliffsNotes on A Doll''s House & Hedda Gabler" takes you into Henrick Ibsen''s dramatic plays, controversial theater productions that inflamed audience reactions in the nineteenth century. "A Doll''s House" follows the story of a housewife who emerges from the confinement of her married life to confront the conditions of the outside world. Typical of Ibsen''s dramas, "Hedda Gabler" portrays a depraved world in which women in particular submit to unsatisfying socially imposed roles.Summaries and expert commentaries cover each act within both plays; other features that help you figure out these important works include: life and background of the playwright; summary of Ibsen''s most famous plays; analysis of the plays'' structure, themes, and characters; a complete list of Ibsen''s drama; and, sample exam questions and essay topics. Classic literature or modern-day treasure - you''ll understand it all with expert information and insight from "CliffsNotes" study guides.

The original "CliffsNotes" study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format. "CliffsNotes on The Importance of Being Earnest" offers a concise look at this Victorian farce, which tweaks the complacency and aristocratic attitudes prevalent among the wealthy upper class of the time. Hidden identities, fierce repartee, underlying passions, and surprises punctuate this lively play. This study guide shows, through its expert commentaries, just how three sets of lovers clear up mishap and misunderstandings and end up happily ever after.Other features that help you figure out this survey of Victorian social issues include: a close look at the author''s life, which itself was rife with scandal and ruin; summaries and commentaries, act by act; descriptive character analyses; a character map that reveals key relationships; critical essays on Victorian views on compassion, religion, marriage, and more; and, a review section that tests your knowledge, and suggested essay topics.Classic literature or modern-day treasure - you''ll understand it all with expert information and insight from "CliffsNotes" study guides.

The original "CliffsNotes" study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format. In "CliffsNotes on Mrs. Dalloway", you explore one of Virginia Woolf''s greatest works, which is about life, love, friendship, and acceptance. Here, you meet Clarissa Dalloway as she''s preparing for a party she will host that evening; and Septimus Smith, a shell-shocked war veteran struggling with the aftereffects of going to battle.This study guide carefully walks you through every step of a day in the life of Clarissa and Septimus by providing summaries and critical analyses of each chapter of the novel. You''ll also explore the life and background of the author, Virginia Woolf, and gain insight into how she came to write "Mrs. Dalloway". Other features that help you study include: a list of characters; character analyses of Clarissa and Septimus; a review section that tests your knowledge; and, a bibliography for more study.Classic literature or modern modern-day treasure - you''ll understand it all with expert information and insight from "CliffsNotes" study guides.

Pour découvrir et apprécier les plus grandes oeuvres de la littérature française et pour les comprendre grâce à une analyse du contexte historique, social, politique et culturel dans lequel elles ont

The Concise Anthology of American Literature, Fifth Edition contains selections from Volumes I and II of the Anthology of American Literature, Seventh Edition. Carefully selected readings introduce students to America''s literary heritage, from the colonial times of William Bradford and Anne Bradstreet to the contemporary era of Saul Bellow and Toni Morrison.

Traducción de Juan de Cuenca (siglo XV). Edición de Elena Alvar.