Classical Myths And Legends In The Middle Ages And Renaissance

Author : H. David Brumble
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1998-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781136797385

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Classical Myths and Legends in the Middle Ages and Renaissance by H. David Brumble Pdf

While numerous classical dictionaries identify the figures and tales of Greek and Roman mythology, this reference book explains the allegorical significance attached to the myths by Medieval and Renaissance authors. Included are several hundred alphabetically arranged entries for the gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines, and places of classical myth and legend. Each entry includes a brief account of the myth, with reference to the Greek and Latin sources. The entry then discusses how Medieval and Renaissance commentators interpreted the myth, and how poets, dramatists, and artists employed the allegory in their art. Each entry includes a bibliography and the volume concludes with appendices and an extensive bibliography of primary and secondary sources.

Author : H. David Brumble
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781136797378

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Classical Myths and Legends in the Middle Ages and Renaissance by H. David Brumble Pdf

While numerous classical dictionaries identify the figures and tales of Greek and Roman mythology, this reference book explains the allegorical significance attached to the myths by Medieval and Renaissance authors. Included are several hundred alphabetically arranged entries for the gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines, and places of classical myth and legend. Each entry includes a brief account of the myth, with reference to the Greek and Latin sources. The entry then discusses how Medieval and Renaissance commentators interpreted the myth, and how poets, dramatists, and artists employed the allegory in their art. Each entry includes a bibliography and the volume concludes with appendices and an extensive bibliography of primary and secondary sources.

Author : H. A. Guerber
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 1410206076

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Myths and Legends of the Middle Ages by H. A. Guerber Pdf

Between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance, the classic culture of Greece and Rome, with its gods and legends, was forgotten; and from among the many races and tribes that had spread over Western Europe following the collapse of the Empire there emerged new legends, indigenous to the newcomers. The collection in this book brings together the most famous of the European stories, some with roots dating back to pagan times, other extolling the virtues of more recent heroes--Christian paladins, kings, and emperors. Originally published in 1896, book presents the legends of Beowulf, Gudrun, Reynard the Fox, The Nibelungenlied, Charlemagne, Merlin, The Round Table, The Cid, Titurel, the Holy Grail, and others. This anthology introduced many young people in turn of the century America to these tales.

Author : H.A. Guerber
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 551 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136214141

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Myths and Legends of the Middle Ages by H.A. Guerber Pdf

First Published in 2005. This classic work presents sixteen key myths and legends of the Arthurian, Carolingian, Teutonic and Scandinavian cycles which embody the chivalric code and which inspired the greatest works of romance literature and art. Some, like Tristan and Isolde, Merlin and the Niebelungenlied, are well known. Others, such as the tale of the Amelings and the Langobardian Cycle are rarely encountered. All of the tales and the tourneys, quests, vows, battles and betrayals of which they tell have retained their enchanting power through the ages. They illuminate the mystical significance of knighthood and its ethos of self-purification and honour, allowing us to decode many of the allusions found in medieval art, literature and song. Written for the general reader with captivating style, this work makes the lore of the chivalric Middle Ages accessible and enriches our understanding of a magnificent age.

Author : DeWitt Talmage Starnes,Ernest William Talbert
Publisher : Praeger
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1973-10-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780837170862

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Classical Myth and Legend in Renaissance Dictionaries by DeWitt Talmage Starnes,Ernest William Talbert Pdf

Author : Robert G. Sullivan,Meriem Pagès
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781527563346

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Art and Violence in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance by Robert G. Sullivan,Meriem Pagès Pdf

This collection of essays explores the intersection of art and violence in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. It will appeal primarily to students and scholars in the fields of Medieval and Renaissance Studies, and will also be of interest to readers with an interest in medieval and early modern art history.

Author : Elisabeth Wåghäll Nivre
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-18
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781443878913

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Allusions and Reflections by Elisabeth Wåghäll Nivre Pdf

In June 2012, scholars from a number of disciplines and countries gathered in Stockholm to discuss the representation of ancient mythology in Renaissance Europe. This symposium was an opportunity for the participants to cross disciplinary borders and to problematize a well-researched field. The aim was to move beyond a view of mythology as mere propaganda in order to promote an understanding of ancient tales and fables as contemporary means to explain and comprehend the Early Modern world. W ...

Author : Richard Martin
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781000728552

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Classical Mythology: The Basics by Richard Martin Pdf

This new edition introduces the core elements of ancient Greek and Roman narratives about immortal gods and heroic humans. It explains how myths once shaped ancient ways of thinking, and how they have fascinated and inspired artists, writers, musicians, scientists, and scholars since. In six clear and concise chapters, this book explains what myths are, sketches the main stories about divinities, heroes and heroines, and explores through specific case studies the ways in which they influenced modern culture, from Renaissance opera to contemporary video games and social movements. The second edition also features a new chapter analyzing how myths have been used in politics from antiquity to the present day. More than two dozen illustrations, maps, and charts complement the text. No prior knowledge of mythology is assumed, and the book incorporates the latest scholarship on classical mythology, providing annotated lists of further readings. Anyone who has encountered Greek or Roman myths in literature, art, or pop culture and wants to know more about the cultural contexts for the stories will benefit from this compact book. Intended for a wide readership, the second edition of Classical Mythology: The Basics continues to off er a clear introduction to the subject for undergraduates, scholars, and the general reader.

Author : Luba Freedman
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-30
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781107001190

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Classical Myths in Italian Renaissance Painting by Luba Freedman Pdf

"The book is about a new development in Italian Renaissance art; its aim is to show how artists and humanists came together to effect this revolution, it is important because this is a long-ignored but crucial aspect of the Italian Renaissance, showing us why the masterpieces we take for granted are the way they are, and thre is no competitor in the field. The book sheds light on some of the world's greatest masterpirces of art, including Botticelli's Venus, Leonardo's Leda, Raphael's Galatea, and Titian's Bacchus and Ariadne"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Sabine Baring-Gould
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1868
Category : Folklore
ISBN : UOM:39015024863436

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Curious Myths of the Middle Ages by Sabine Baring-Gould Pdf

Author : Helen Morales
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2007-08-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780191579332

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Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction by Helen Morales Pdf

From Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. But what do those myths represent, and why are they so enduringly fascinating? Why do they seem to be such a potent way of talking about our selves, our origins, and our desires? This imaginative and stimulating Very Short Introduction goes beyond a simple retelling of the stories to explore the rich history and diverse interpretations of classical myths. It is a wide-ranging account, examining how classical myths are used and understood in both high art and popular culture, taking the reader from the temples of Crete to skyscrapers in New York, and finding classical myths in a variety of unexpected places: from arabic poetry and Hollywood films, to psychoanalysis, the bible, and New Age spiritualism. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Author : R. E. Asher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : History
ISBN : UVA:X002251671

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National Myths in Renaissance France by R. E. Asher Pdf

"It was the seventh-century Chronicle of Fredegar which first gave the Franks a Trojan ancestry, and the lineage stuck. This fascinating new study shows how, even as late as the sixteenth century, historians and poets found the lure of the eponymic hero Francus, the Glorious Druids and the Great Celtic Past irresistible. It describes how, obsessed with the origins of their country and the prevailing nationalism of the age, early sixteenth-century writers were largely uncritical of their highly spurious sources - even acknowledged forgeries such as those of Annius of Viterbo. However, a desire to replace fiction with fact gradually took hold as the Renaissance progressed, and National Myths examines the reasons for this change of mood and discusses the emotional satisfaction afforded by a belief in the Trojan and Gallic legends." "With its topical themes of nationalism and the politicisation of history, this book sheds new light on Renaissance historiography and on the history of ideas in general."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Author : Fiona Macintosh,Justine McConnell,Stephen Harrison,Claire Kenward
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780198804215

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Epic Performances from the Middle Ages Into the Twenty-First Century by Fiona Macintosh,Justine McConnell,Stephen Harrison,Claire Kenward Pdf

Greek and Roman epic poetry has always provided creative artists with a rich storehouse of themes: this volume is the first systematic attempt to chart its afterlife across a range of diverse performance traditions, with analysis ranging widely across time, place, genre, and academic and creative disciplines.--Publisher description.

Author : Hélène Adeline Guerber
Publisher : London : G. C. Harrap
Page : 550 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1909
Category : Art and mythology
ISBN : UCSC:32106001655494

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Myths & Legends of the Middle Ages by Hélène Adeline Guerber Pdf

Author : Richard Buxton
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2004-06-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500776407

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The Complete World of Greek Mythology (The Complete Series) by Richard Buxton Pdf

A full, authoritative, and wholly engaging account of these endlessly fascinating tales and of the ancient society in which they were created. Greek myths are among the most complex and influential stories ever told. From the first millennium BC until today, the myths have been repeated in an inexhaustible series of variations and reinterpretations. They can be found in the latest movies and television shows and in software for interactive computer games. This book combines a retelling of Greek myths with a comprehensive account of the world in which they developed—their themes, their relevance to Greek religion and society, and their relationship to the landscape. "Contexts, Sources, Meanings" describes the main literary and artistic sources for Greek myths, and their contexts, such as ritual and theater. "Myths of Origin" includes stories about the beginning of the cosmos, the origins of the gods, the first humans, and the founding of communities. "The Olympians: Power, Honor, Sexuality" examines the activities of all the main divinities. "Heroic exploits" concentrates on the adventures of Perseus, Jason, Herakles, and other heroes. "Family sagas" explores the dramas and catastrophes that befall heroes and heroines. "A Landscape of Myths" sets the stories within the context of the mountains, caves, seas, and rivers of Greece, Crete, Troy, and the Underworld. "Greek Myths after the Greeks" describes the rich tradition of retelling, from the Romans, through the Renaissance, to the twenty-first century. Complemented by lavish illustrations, genealogical tables, box features, and specially commissioned drawings, this will be an essential book for anyone interested in these classic tales and in the world of the ancient Greeks.