Routledge Ulysses and Faust - Literary Tradition and Modernism

Explore the evolution of Western literature with Ulysses and Faust: Tradition and Modernism from Homer till the Present. This scholarly work from Routledge examines how the two most significant myths in the West have shaped the voices of history's greatest authors. From the foundational epics of Homer and Virgil to the modern developments of Joyce, Eliot, and Pasternak, this volume traces a clear line through literary history. This book provides a synoptic view of the Western canon, analyzing how figures like Dante, Shakespeare, Cervantes, and Goethe built upon these central archetypes. It serves as an essential foundation for students of literary studies at all academic levels. By connecting classical roots to modern movements, the text helps readers engage more deeply with our shared literary heritage. Whether you are a student or a lifelong reader, this volume offers a way to understand the connections between the ancient myths and the modern masterpieces that followed.