Western Literary Tradition: Volume 1: The Hebrew Bible to John Milton

The Western Literary Tradition is a concise anthology that provides a comprehensive introduction to the major works of the Western literary tradition from Antiquity to 1700. It includes excerpts from seventy texts composed in eight ancient and modern languages and in genres such as epic, lyric, and dramatic verse, prose narrative, and non-fiction prose. The anthology also includes works by women writers often overlooked in other literary anthologies, and Margaret L. King's clear, engaging introductions and notes support an informed reading of the texts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2020
Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

This comprehensive anthology offers a thorough exploration of the major works of Western literature from ancient times to 1700. It encompasses excerpts from seventy texts written in eight ancient and modern languages, spanning diverse genres such as epic, lyric, and dramatic verse, as well as prose narratives including stories, romances, and novels. Additionally, it includes non-fiction prose forms such as autobiography, biography, letters, speeches, dialogues, and essays. The contents of this anthology feature selections from the Hebrew Bible, New Testament, and renowned works by authors like Homer, Euripides, Virgil, Ovid, Saint Augustine, Dante, Chaucer, Machiavelli, Montaigne, Shakespeare, Milton, and numerous others.

What sets this collection apart is its dedication to showcasing works by women writers, often overlooked in other literary anthologies. Included are notable contributions from Sappho, Margery Kempe, Marie de France, Christine de Pizan, and other noteworthy female authors. Margaret L. King's insightful introductions and informative notes provide valuable insights and enhance the reader's understanding of the texts, while also expanding their knowledge of specific authors and relevant issues.

To access the complete Table of Contents or obtain further information about this anthology, please visit www.hackettpublishing.com. Additionally, book previews are available to provide a glimpse into the contents of the book.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 154 x 229 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781624669095