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Explore how contemporary literature connects with classical antiquity in this scholarly volume from Bloomsbury Academic. Ancient Greek Myth in World Fiction since 1989 examines the various ways writers have used Greek mythology as a framing device, a filter, or through direct parallels to address modern issues. Since the end of the Cold War, many authors across the globe have turned to these ancient stories to express contemporary concerns. This book provides a deep look at that relationship, analyzing how myth functions in modern storytelling. This collection features work from an international group of scholars representing multiple disciplines. It offers a modern perspective on classical reception, making it a valuable resource for those interested in how ancient traditions continue to shape world fiction in the current era.

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Examines the use of Greek myth as a framing device or filter in modern literature.

Analyzes how writers use classical antiquity to express contemporary global concerns.

Includes contributions from an international group of scholars across multiple disciplines.

Focuses on the evolution of world fiction from 1989 to the present day.

Part of the Bloomsbury Studies in Classical Reception series for academic depth.

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Release Date
02 June 2016
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24 October 2014

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