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Greek tragedy in Vergil's "Aeneid" : ritual, empire, and intertext by Vassiliki Panoussi is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

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<p>This is the first systematic study of the importance of Greek tragedy as a fundamental 'intertext' for Vergilâs Aeneid. Vassiliki Panoussi argues that the epicâs representation of ritual acts, especially sacrifice, mourning, marriage, and maenadic rites, mobilizes a connection to tragedy. The tragic-ritual model offers a fresh look into the political and cultural function of the Aeneid, expanding our awareness of the poemâs scope, particularly in relation to gender, and presenting new readings of celebrated episodes, such as Anchisesâ games, Amataâs maenadic rites, Didoâs suicide, and the killing of Turnus. Panoussi offers a new argument for the epicâs ideological function beyond pro- and anti-Augustan readings. She interprets the Aeneid as a work that reflects the dynamic nature of Augustan ideology, contributing to the redefinition of civic discourse and national identity. In her rich study, readers will find a unique exploration of the complex relationship between Greek tragedy and Vergilâs Aeneid and a stimulating discussion of problems of gender, power, and ideology in ancient Rome.</p>

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Author

Vassiliki Panoussi

Publisher

Cambridge University Press (Virtual Publishing)

Published

2009

Language

EN

ISBN

9780521895224

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Travel, History, Poetry