A Narratological Commentary on the Odyssey (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521468442)

Comprehensive commentaries on the Homeric texts abound, but this commentary concentrates on one major aspect of the Odyssey--its narrative art. The role of narrator and narratees, methods of characterization and scenery description, and the development of the plot are discussed. The study aims to enhance our understanding of this masterpiece of European literature. All Greek references are translated and technical terms are explained in a glossary. It is directed at students and scholars of Greek literature and comparative literature.

Author: Irene J. F. de Jong
ISBN-10: 0521468442
ISBN-13: 9780521468442
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 11/22/2001
Pages: 648
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.48lbs
Size: 9.70h x 6.88w x 1.22d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 09/01/2002 pg. 95