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Discover a new way to understand Homer's epic poem with Jenny Strauss Clay's landmark study, The Wrath of Athena: Gods and Men in The Odyssey. Now available in paperback for the first time, this work explores how Athena's anger serves as a central element to the structure and themes of the poem. By examining the role of Athena's wrath, Clay helps readers understand the complex narrative organization of the Odyssey. The study also provides insight into how the poem defines the hierarchical relations between gods and men. This edition is enhanced with a new introduction by the author, making it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and readers of Greek studies. Whether you are studying literary theory or classical history, this book offers a deep look into the connection between divine emotion and human experience in ancient literature.

Key Features

Now available in a convenient paperback format for the first time.

Includes a new introduction written by the author, Jenny Strauss Clay.

Analyzes how Athena's anger shapes the structure and themes of the Odyssey.

Explores the hierarchical relationships between gods and men in the epic poem.

Provides a deep look at the complex narrative organization of Homeric literature.

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paperback
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Amazon UK
Release Date
21 November 1996
Listed Since
18 December 2006

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