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Die Behandlung Der Antike Bei Racine ...

Die Behandlung Der Antike Bei Racine ...

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Literary CriticismAncient History GeneralPlays

ISBN10: 1141451883
ISBN13: 9781141451883
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 1 2010
Pages: 132
Weight: 0.43
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: German

Die Behandlung Der Antike Bei Racine ..., written by Gotthold Alfred Schreiter and originally published in 1899, explores Jean Racine's engagement with classical antiquity in his dramatic works. This study delves into how Racine, a towering figure of French classical drama, adapted and interpreted ancient Greek and Roman themes, characters, and narratives for a 17th-century audience. The book offers insights into the literary and cultural context of Racine's plays, examining his creative process and the ways in which he reshaped classical sources to align with the aesthetic and moral sensibilities of his time. Schreiter's analysis provides a valuable perspective on the enduring influence of antiquity on French literature and theater, making it an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of classical drama and literary history.

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