Challenges to the Power of Zeus in Early Greek Poetry

Name: Challenges to the Power of Zeus in Early Greek Poetry
Brand: Bloomsbury 3PL
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In the earliest extant works of Greek literature, Zeus reigns supreme in the Olympian hierarchy. However, scattered and scanty though they may be, there are allusions to threats of rebellion which challenge Zeus' supremacy. This book examines these passages, drawn from Homer, Hesiod and the "Homeric Hymns", to offer some new interpretations. While focusing on the theme of cosmic/divine strife, it becomes clear that hints of lost legends underlie these texts. Tracing their hidden logic helps to improve our understanding of early Greek poetry.

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Languages:: Original: English
Number of Pages:: 240
Publisher:: Bloomsbury 3PL
Publication Date:: 2013-04-04
Release Date:: 2011-07-21
ISBN / EAN:: 9780715636787
Weight:: 529 g
Dimensions:: 161/240/18 cm
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]

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