A History of Roman Classical Literature. by R. W. Browne
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| Author | Browne, R. W. (Robert William), 1809-1895 |
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| Title | A History of Roman Classical Literature. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A History of Roman Classical Literature" by R. W. Browne is an academic historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the evolution of Roman literature from its rudimentary beginnings, elaborating on how it was influenced by earlier cultures, particularly that of the Greeks. The author details the significant authors, genres, and literary movements that characterized Roman literature within its historical context. The opening of the book outlines the early development of Roman classical literature, indicating its origins in a time when Rome had not yet produced notable literary figures. Browne discusses how the Roman literary tradition, influenced heavily by Greek literature, began to emerge around the time when Roman culture came into contact with Greek intellectual achievements. He highlights the challenges that Roman authors faced, such as a public uninterested in literature due to their focus on military and political pursuits, and emphasizes the patronage that was crucial for the growth of literary talent in Rome. The author sets the stage for a detailed examination of the significant eras and figures in Roman literature that emerge in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Latin literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59455 |
| Release Date | May 7, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 133 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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