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Essays On The Study And Use Of Poetry By Plutarch And Basil The Great (1902)

Essays On The Study And Use Of Poetry By Plutarch And Basil The Great (1902)

Plutarch
Padelford, Frederick Morgan
Basil, Saint Bishop of Caesarea

Paperback

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ISBN10: 1164158406
ISBN13: 9781164158400
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 138
Weight: 0.43
Height: 0.30 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
and Basil the Great is a collection of essays that explore the study and use of poetry. Plutarch and Basil the Great were both prominent figures in ancient Greece, and their perspectives on poetry are valuable insights into the art form.The essays cover a range of topics, including the importance of poetry in education, the role of poets in society, and the use of poetry in religious contexts. Plutarch's essays focus on the moral and ethical implications of poetry, while Basil the Great's essays explore the theological significance of the art form.The book also includes a biographical introduction to both Plutarch and Basil the Great, providing context for their views on poetry. The essays themselves are translated from the original Greek and are accompanied by extensive footnotes and annotations, making them accessible to modern readers.Overall, Essays On The Study And Use Of Poetry By Plutarch And Basil The Great is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of poetry and its role in ancient Greek society.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.

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