The use of anonymous characters in Greek tragedy : the shaping of heroes /
Yoon, Florence, 1981-
The use of anonymous characters in Greek tragedy : the shaping of heroes / by Florence Yoon. - 1 online resource (xii, 178 pages) - Mnemosyne supplements ; volume 344 . - Mnemosyne, Supplements 344. Mnemosyne Supplements Online, Volumes 204-407, ISBN: 9789004322288. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Preliminary Material -- Introduction: “What’s in a Name?” -- Classes -- Individuals -- Special Cases -- Contrasts and Comparisons -- Conclusion -- Bibliography -- Index.
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Anonymous characters appear in almost every extant Greek Tragedy, yet they have long been overlooked in critical scholarship. This book argues that the creation and use of anonymous figures is an important tool in the transformation of traditional mythological heroes into unique dramatic characters. Through close reading of the passages in which nameless characters appear, this study demonstrates the significant impact of their speech, actions, and identity on the characterization of the particular named heroes to whom they are attached. Exploring the boundaries between anonymity and naming in mythico-historical drama, the book draws attention to an important but neglected aspect of the genre, suggesting a new perspective from which to read, perform, and appreciate Greek Tragedy.
9789004233430
10.1163/9789004233430 DOI
2012011717
Characters and characteristics in literature.
Greek drama (Tragedy)--History and criticism.
Greek drama (Tragedy)--Characters.
Mythology, Greek.
PA3136 / .Y66 2012
882/.0109
The use of anonymous characters in Greek tragedy : the shaping of heroes / by Florence Yoon. - 1 online resource (xii, 178 pages) - Mnemosyne supplements ; volume 344 . - Mnemosyne, Supplements 344. Mnemosyne Supplements Online, Volumes 204-407, ISBN: 9789004322288. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Preliminary Material -- Introduction: “What’s in a Name?” -- Classes -- Individuals -- Special Cases -- Contrasts and Comparisons -- Conclusion -- Bibliography -- Index.
Available to subscribing member institutions only.
Anonymous characters appear in almost every extant Greek Tragedy, yet they have long been overlooked in critical scholarship. This book argues that the creation and use of anonymous figures is an important tool in the transformation of traditional mythological heroes into unique dramatic characters. Through close reading of the passages in which nameless characters appear, this study demonstrates the significant impact of their speech, actions, and identity on the characterization of the particular named heroes to whom they are attached. Exploring the boundaries between anonymity and naming in mythico-historical drama, the book draws attention to an important but neglected aspect of the genre, suggesting a new perspective from which to read, perform, and appreciate Greek Tragedy.
9789004233430
10.1163/9789004233430 DOI
2012011717
Characters and characteristics in literature.
Greek drama (Tragedy)--History and criticism.
Greek drama (Tragedy)--Characters.
Mythology, Greek.
PA3136 / .Y66 2012
882/.0109