The humanness of heroes : studies in the conclusion of Virgil's Aeneid /

The primary focus of this title is the controversial ending of Vergil's Aeneid, one of the most influential poems in the Western tradition. 'The Humanness of Heroes' begins by examining Aemaeas' savage looting in the tenth part of this epic book, followed by tracing the sources a...

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Main Author:	Putnam, Michael C. J.
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Amsterdam : Amsterdam University Press, [2011]
Subjects:	Virgil. > Aeneis. Virgil > Influence. Epic poetry, Latin > History and criticism. Aeneas (Legendary character) in literature. Heroes in literature.