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Statius: Achilleid (Bristol Phoenix Press Classic Editions),Used
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Statius' Achilleid is perhaps the most remarkable of all Latin epic poems. Its project to tell the whole life of Achilles was cut short by the poet's untimely death. Yet the completed first book and the earliest part of the second have a charm and freshness matched only in some of Ovid's most lively and engaging work. The poem tells how the seanymph Thetis, in a vain attempt to save her son from his destined end in the Trojan war, hid him on the island of Scyros, disguised as a girl. There he fell in love with the beautiful Deidamia, but at the same time, with the idea of glory in war. His feminine disguise was eventually penetrated by Ulysses and Diomedes, who tricked him into exposure of his truly warlike aspirations. In relating this story Statius explores the nature of gender and the limits of the epic genre, while playfully and wittily positioning himself in the epic and wider poetic tradition. These themes are explored in a new introduction by Robert Cowan, which surveys the latest research on the poem. Its assessment, very much in the modern critical manner, contrasts with and complements the traditional textual and philological commentary by O.A.W. Dilke. The combination of these two distinct approaches will assist undergraduates and postgraduates in reading the text, and, at the same time, it will provide a valuable resource for the more advanced scholar.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Statius' Achilleid? A: The main theme of Statius' Achilleid revolves around the life of Achilles, particularly his struggle with destiny and the concept of glory in war, while exploring gender dynamics and the epic genre.
- Q: Who is the author of Statius: Achilleid? A: The author of Statius: Achilleid is Publius Papinius Statius, with commentary and introduction provided by O.A.W. Dilke.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of Statius: Achilleid was published on June 3, 2005.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in Statius: Achilleid? A: Statius: Achilleid contains a total of 188 pages.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study, providing both a modern critical introduction and traditional commentary, making it a valuable resource for undergraduates, postgraduates, and advanced scholars.
- Q: What unique perspectives does this edition offer? A: This edition offers a combination of modern critical analysis by Robert Cowan and traditional textual commentary by O.A.W. Dilke, providing diverse insights into the poem.
- Q: What are the notable features of Statius' writing style in this poem? A: Statius' writing style in Achilleid is noted for its charm and freshness, with lively storytelling that mirrors some of Ovid's engaging work, using playful and witty language.
- Q: Can you explain the significance of Thetis in Achilleid? A: In Achilleid, Thetis, the sea-nymph, plays a crucial role as she attempts to protect her son Achilles from his destined fate in the Trojan War by disguising him as a girl on the island of Scyros.
- Q: What academic levels is this book appropriate for? A: Statius: Achilleid is appropriate for various academic levels, including undergraduates and postgraduates, as well as for advanced scholars interested in classical literature.