Isbn: 9781332789122 - an introduction to greek verse composition: with exercises (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to the art of composing Greek verse. It delves into the intricacies of the Tragic Iambic metre, providing a detailed explanation of its rules and principles. The author meticulously examines the metrical treatment of monosyllables, a crucial aspect often neglected, and clarifies the application of various poetic feet, including spondees, tribrachs, dactyls, and anapaests. The book also offers a thorough exploration of the laws of quantity in Greek, covering topics like elision and crasis. It provides valuable insights into poetic forms and usages, presenting a rich collection of words and phrases suitable for dramatic poetry. The author emphasizes the importance of recognizing these poetic resources in order to achieve fluency in Greek verse composition. Furthermore, the book features a comprehensive vocabulary of words specifically suited for dramatic poetry, effectively replacing the need for English-Greek dictionaries. By focusing on words and forms common in tragic plays, this book equips readers with the tools to compose authentic and compelling Greek Iambics. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…