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Brill - The Reception of Ancient Greece and Rome in Children's Lit

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Explore how the classical world has shaped the imagination of young readers through this academic study from Brill. The Reception of Ancient Greece and Rome in Children's Literature: Heroes and Eagles examines how historical fiction, fantasy, mystery, and mythological books for children and teens represent the ancient past. This book investigates how depictions of Greece and Rome change based on shifts in society and culture. By looking at these adaptations, the text analyzes the ideological ways the classical world is presented to younger audiences. The subtitle, Heroes and Eagles, highlights the two most common ways this reception appears, specifically through the portrayal of the Greek hero. Perfect for scholars and students interested in children's literature studies, this volume provides a deep look into how historical and mythological elements are used in storytelling. It offers a clear perspective on the evolution of ancient world themes across different literary genres and eras.

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Analyzes how ancient Greece and Rome appear in various genres like fantasy, mystery, and historical fiction for children and teens.

Investigates how changes in society and culture influence the way the ancient world is adapted in books.

Examines the ideological ways the classical world is presented to younger readers through different literary lenses.

Uses the concept of Heroes and Eagles to explain the most common methods of classical reception in literature.

Provides a scholarly look at the portrayal of the Greek hero within children's mythological compendiums and stories.

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Brill
Format
hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
17 September 2015
Listed Since
28 May 2015

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