Greek Fictional Letters (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780199245468)

This book explores a relatively unfamiliar and under-appreciated area of Greek literature: imaginary letters written between about 100 BC and 500 AD. Many of them are light-hearted and funny, and describe the lives of ordinary people--fisherman, farmers, courtesans. Others look at more serious and philosophical aspects of life. All the letters are translated, and the notes offer help to both expert and less informed readers.

Author: C. D. N. Costa
ISBN-10: 0199245460
ISBN-13: 9780199245468
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Language: English
Published: 03/21/2002
Pages: 216
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 6.48h x 8.26w x 0.61d