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100			_aMurray,Gilbert
245		4	_aThe Rise of the Greek Epic _b: Being a Course of Lectures Delivered at Harvard University _c/ Gilbert Murray
260			_aLondon _b: Oxford University Press _c,1967
300			_a356 p. _c; 21 cm
520			_a""The Rise of the Greek Epic"" is a collection of lectures delivered by Gilbert Murray at Harvard University. The book explores the origins and development of epic poetry in ancient Greece, tracing its evolution from the earliest oral traditions to the works of Homer and Hesiod. Murray examines the social and cultural context in which these epics were created, discussing their themes, characters, and literary techniques. He also explores the influence of epic poetry on Greek society and its enduring legacy in Western literature. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature, ancient Greece, or the development of epic poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
650			_aLiterature
650			_aClassical Greek epic poetry & fiction
942			_cRBK
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