A Cultural History of the Emotions in Antiquity HARDBACK 9781472535801

Name: A Cultural History of the Emotions in Antiquity HARDBACK 9781472535801
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the fascinating world of emotions in antiquity with this comprehensive hardcover edition. Delve into the Greco-Roman understanding of feelings, from ancient literature and philosophy to art and everyday life. This book offers a unique perspective on the emotional landscape of the past, making it an essential read for anyone interested in history, classics, or the human condition. Key Features: - Covers the emotional experiences of ancient Greeks and Romans. - Examines emotions through philosophical, scientific, literary, and historical lenses. - Utilizes a wide range of sources, including texts and material culture. - Reflects the latest research in ancient emotion history. This volume provides an overview of some of the salient aspects of emotions and their role in life and thought of the Greco-Roman world, from the beginnings of Greek literature and history to the height of the Roman Empire. It surveys the emotional worlds of the ancient Greeks and Romans from multiple perspectives – philosophical, scientific, medical, literary, musical, theatrical, religious, domestic, political, art-historical and historical. Keywords: Cultural History, Emotions, Antiquity, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Douglas Cairns, Hardcover, History Book, Classics