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Explore the foundations of storytelling with The Ancient Novel: An Introduction from Routledge. This widely acclaimed book provides a deep look into the history of the ancient novel, bringing the latest research findings directly to scholars and readers interested in classical literature. In this updated English translation, Professor Niklas Holzberg expands upon his original work to offer a comprehensive study of the genre. He defines the ancient novel through its blend of idealistic and comic realistic narratives, focusing on the central themes of love and adventure that defined the era. By examining individual texts in chronological order, this book explains why this specific literary form gained such immense popularity during the Hellenistic period. Whether you are studying the evolution of narrative or the specific works of ancient authors, this text serves as a definitive guide to understanding how these early stories shaped the literary world.

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Includes the latest research findings in the field of ancient literature to provide an up-to-date academic perspective.

Features a substantially updated and expanded English translation by Professor Niklas Holzberg.

Offers a clear definition of the genre by exploring both idealistic and comic realistic narrative styles.

Analyzes central themes of love and adventure that drove the popularity of ancient storytelling.

Provides a chronological examination of individual texts to help readers track literary evolution.

Explains the historical reasons for the genre's popularity during the Hellenistic period.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
15 December 1994
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09 February 2007

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