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The Tears of Achilles (Hellenic Studies Series)
| Full title: | The Tears of Achilles (Hellenic Studies Series) |
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| ISBN: | 9780674975682 |
| ISBN 10: | 0674975685 |
| Authors: | Monsacré, Hélène |
| Publisher: | Center for Hellenic Studies |
| Num. pages: | 198 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Language: | en |
| Published on: | 2018 |
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Synopsis
This Study By Helene Monsacre Shows How Western Ideals Of Inexpressive Manhood Run Contrary To The Poetic Vision Of Achilles And His Warrior Companions Presented In The Homeric Epics. Pursuing The Paradox Of The Tearful Fighter, Monsacre Examines The Interactions Between Men And Women In The Homeric Poems.