Roman Tragedy

by Anthony J. Boyle

Book Overview

The first detailed cultural and theatrical history of a major literary form, this landmark introduction examines Roman tragedy and its place at the centre of Rome's cultural and political life.

Analyzing the work of such names as Ennius, Pacuvius and Accius, as well as Seneca and his post-Neronian successors, Anthony J. Boyle delves into detailed discussion on every Roman tragedian whose work survives in substance today. Roman Tragedy examines:...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415251036
• ISBN13: 9780415251037
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.4" x 8.2"