classical literature

An epic poem in which the poet describes his spiritual journey through Hell, Purgatory and Paradise--guided first by the poet Virgil and then by his beloved Beatrice--which results in a purification of his religious faith.

Provides the historical background of the most-studied novels, plays, poems, speeches and short stories. Entries examine both the historical setting of the literary work and the historical events taking place at the time the work was written.

Provides the historical background of the most-studied novels, plays, poems, speeches and short stories. Entries examine both the historical setting of the literary work and the historical events taking place at the time the work was written.

A comprehensive anthology of writings by women writers from the ancient Graeco-Roman world, with English translations of the works of more than fifty women from the era.

A reference guide to classical literature, featuring alphabetically arranged entries that provide accounts of the lives and works of the Greek and Roman writers, character analyses, plot summaries, background information, and discussion of literary styles and general textual themes.

The Horace Gregory translation of one of the great works of classical mythology.

Examines how the educations of America's first four presidents, and in particular their scholarly devotion to ancient Greek and Roman classics, informed the beliefs and ideals that shaped the nation's constitution and government.

Covers classical authors, character entries, plot summaries, literary forms, historical events of the period, maps, and Latin and Greek translations.