{"product_id":"classical-myth-and-literature-in-william-f-hansen-9781350548039","title":"Classical Myth and Literature in Parody: Ancient and Modern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book examines the evolution of classical parody, from its origins in ancient Greece and Rome to its resurgence in modern times. \u003c\/b\u003eThe book explores two key periods: the first from the sixth century BCE to the second century CE, and the second beginning in the 17th century, continuing today. In antiquity, writers like Aristophanes and Lucian parodied their own culture, relying on audiences' deep knowledge of Greek and Roman texts. This \"insider\" parody faded with the rise of Christianity and changes in language. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The second era of classical parody emerged during the Renaissance, as classical texts were rediscovered and studied in schools. Writers like Charles Cotton in England created \"outsider\" parody, mocking ancient literature learned in the classroom. This book focuses on English-language works, including \u003ci\u003eThe Comic Latin Grammar\u003c\/i\u003e and Victorian burlesque theatre, which drew on classical mythology and history. The book also addresses the social and educational changes that shaped classical parody, such as the invention of the printing press and the influence of Renaissance humanism. It is the first comprehensive study of anglophone classical parody, revealing how authors through the centuries have reimagined and distorted classical texts for humorous effect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e William F. Hansen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1350548030\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781350548039\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bloomsbury Academic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/09\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 296\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.30lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.69d","brand":"William F. Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48801192804607,"sku":"9781350548039","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/classical-myth-and-literature-in-william-f-hansen-9781350548039","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}