ebook img

Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid PDF

219 Pages·2020·4.233 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid PDF Free - Full Version

by Robert Simms| 2020| 219 pages| 4.233| English

About Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid

Applying the latest narratological theory and focusing on the use of anachrony (or ‘chronological deviation’), this book explores how Statius competes – successfully – for a place within an established literary canon. Given the tremendous pressure on poets to render familiar stories in unfamiliar and novel ways, how did he achieve this?When Statius elected to sing of the quarrelsome sons of Oedipus he was acutely aware that this was a well-trod road, one frequently reproduced in a variety of genres – epic, drama and lyric poetry. Despite this highly varied corpus against which he sought to contend, he boasts that his epic has novelty and proudly declares that he is now counted among the ‘prisca nomina’, or ancient names, that sang of Thebes.And indeed precisely the fact that there were so many story-versions (a greater number survive for comparison than for any other work from antiquity, rivaling even the popularity of the Trojan legend) means that the story is conveniently positioned to offer a unique exploration into how Statius creates a compelling story despite working within a saturated and overly familiar mythic tradition. This book argues that it is chiefly through the use of narrative anachrony, or non-chronological modes of narration, that Statius manipulates states of anticipation, suspense, and even surprise in his audience.

Detailed Information

Author:Robert Simms
Publication Year:2020
ISBN:9781350082588
Pages:219
Language:English
File Size:4.233
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid by Robert Simms completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid on my mobile device?

After downloading Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid by Robert Simms. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download Anticipation and Anachrony in Statius’ Thebaid PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.