Aristaenetus, Erotic Letters
Peter Bing, Regina HöscheleThe first complete English translation of Aristaenetus in nearly three centuries
Through allusion and adaption of earlier authors, Aristaenetus recounts tales that are the stuff of comedy, erotic poetry, and ancient novel. Here we read of lovers who use every trope of erotic literature to praise their beloveds in over-the-top speeches. Aristaenetus amazes us with tales of paramours hatching complicated schemes to achieve their desires, while wily go-betweens help smooth their way. He presents us with accounts of unfaithful spouses who barely avoid capture in the midst of hair-raising and amusing infidelities. This sixth century collection is perfect for anyone interested in classical and postclassical literature.
Features:
- English translation and Greek text on facing pages
- Introduction with history of the text
- Discussion of intertextual connections with Greco-Roman authors
年:
2014
出版:
1
出版社:
Society of Biblical Literature
语言:
english
页:
184
ISBN 10:
1589837428
ISBN 13:
9781589837423
系列:
Writings from the Greco-Roman World 32
文件:
PDF, 1.44 MB
IPFS:
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english, 2014