The first investigation of the relationship between the chorus of Greek tragedy and other types of choral song in Greek society. L. A. Swift not only provides new insights into individual plays, but also enriches our understanding ofthe role poetry and song played in ancient Greek life. INDICE: Introduction; 1: Understanding Lyric Genres; 2: Lyric Poetry inan Athenian Context; 3: Paian; 4: Epinikion; 5: Partheneia; 6: Hymenaios; 7: Threnos and Ritual Lament; Conclusion
- ISBN: 978-0-19-957784-2
- Editorial: Oxford University
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 472
- Fecha Publicación: 07/01/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés