Classical Literature: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN-10
- 0199665451
- ISBN-13
- 9780199665457
- Series
- Classical Literature
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 135
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-03
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Author
- William Allan
Description
William Allan's Very Short Introduction provides a concise and lively guide to the major authors, genres, and periods of classical literature. Drawing upon a wealth of material, he reveals just what makes the 'classics' such masterpieces and why they continue to influence and fascinate today.
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