The Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion

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Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 9780192802897
Total Pages : 599 pages
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Book Synopsis The Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion by : S. R. F. Price

Download or read book The Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion written by S. R. F. Price and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2004 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion offers a fully rounded and highly authoritative point of access to all aspects of ancient religious life and thought. Dr Simon Price and Dr Emily Kearns, area advisers for the third edition of the Oxford Classical Dictionary, have come together to select, revise, edit, and in some cases wholly recast, a large number of key entries from OCD to create this handy, accessible reference work on mythology and religion in the Graeco-Roman world. Bringing to the attention of a wider audience the authority and scholarly rigour of OCD, the Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion provides students, teachers, and general readers with an affordable comprehensive, and wide-ranging A-Z reference source. The Dictionary is unique in that in addition to Greek myths and Roman festivals it covers Greek and Roman religious places, monuments, religious personnel, divination, astrology, and magic, and also contains many entries on Judaism and Christianity in Greek and Roman times.

Dictionary of Classical Mythology

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Publisher : Oxbow Books
ISBN 13 : 1782976353
Total Pages : 544 pages
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Book Synopsis Dictionary of Classical Mythology by : Jennifer R. March

Download or read book Dictionary of Classical Mythology written by Jennifer R. March and published by Oxbow Books. This book was released on 2014-05-31 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jenny March’s acclaimed Dictionary of Classical Mythology, first published in 1998 but long out of print, has been extensively revised and expanded including a completely new set of beautiful line-drawing illustrations for this Oxbow edition. It is a comprehensive A – Z guide to Greek and Roman mythology. All major myths, legends and fables are here, including gods and goddesses, heroes and villains, dangerous women, legendary creatures and monsters. Characters such as Achilles and Odysseus have extensive entries, as do epic journeys and heroic quests, like that of Jason and the Argonauts to win the Golden Fleece, all alongside a plethora of information on the creation of the cosmos, the many metamorphoses of gods and humans, and the Trojan War, plus more minor figures – nymphs, seers, kings, rivers, to name but a few. In this superbly authoritative work the myths are brilliantly retold, along with any major variants, and with extensive translations from ancient authors that give life to the narratives and a sense of the vibrant cultures that shaped the development of classical myth. The 172 illustrations give visual immediacy to the words, by showing how ancient artists perceived their gods and heroes. The impact of myths on ancient art is also explored, as is and their influence in the postclassical arts, emphasising the ongoing inspiration afforded by the ancient myths. Also included are two maps of the ancient world, a list of the ancient sources and their chronology, the more important genealogies, and an index of recurrent mythical motifs.

The Oxford Dictionary of the Classical World

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 858 pages
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The Penguin Book of Classical Myths

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Publisher : Penguin UK
ISBN 13 : 0141920599
Total Pages : 624 pages
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Book Synopsis The Penguin Book of Classical Myths by : Jenny March

Download or read book The Penguin Book of Classical Myths written by Jenny March and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2008-06-05 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The figures and events of classical myths underpin our culture and the constellations named after them fill the night sky. Whether it’s the raging Minotaur trapped in the Cretan labyrinth or the twelve labours of Hercules, Aphrodite’s birth from the waves or Zeus visiting Danae as a shower of gold, the mythology of Greece and Rome is full of unforgettable stories. All the stories of the Greek tragedies – Oedipus, Medea, Antigone – are there; all the events of the Trojan wars and of Odysseus and Aeneas’ epic journeys; the founding of Athens and of Rome... These are the strangest tales of love, war, betrayal and heroism ever told and, while brilliantly retelling them, this book shows how they echo through the works of much later writers from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Camus and Ted Hughes. Full of attractive illustrations and laid out in eighteen clear chapters (the titles include ‘Dangerous Women’ and ‘Heroes’), Dr Jennifer March has written a fascinating guide to the myths of classical civilization that is as readable as a novel.

A Classical Dictionary

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1570 pages
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Historical Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Classical Music

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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1538122987
Total Pages : 545 pages
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Book Synopsis Historical Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Classical Music by : Nicole V. Gagné

Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Classical Music written by Nicole V. Gagné and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-07-17 with total page 545 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The contemporary music scene thus embodies a uniquely broad spectrum of activity, which has grown and changed down to the present hour. With new talents emerging and different technologies developing as we move further into the 21st century, no one can predict what paths music will take next. All we can be certain of is that the inspiration and originality that make music live will continue to bring awe, delight, fascination, and beauty to the people who listen to it. This book cover modernist and postmodern concert music worldwide from the years 1888 to 2018. This second edition of Historical Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Classical Music contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 500 cross-referenced entries on the most important composers, musicians, methods, styles, and media in modernist and postmodern classical music worldwide, from 1888 to 2018. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about modern and contemporary classical music.

The Oxford Classical Dictionary

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ISBN 13 : 9780198606413
Total Pages : 1640 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (64 download)

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Book Synopsis The Oxford Classical Dictionary by : Simon Hornblower

Download or read book The Oxford Classical Dictionary written by Simon Hornblower and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 1640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 6,000 entries cover terms, places, and personalities significant in the study of ancient Greece and Rome.

A Classical Dictionary

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1488 pages
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Download or read book A Classical Dictionary written by Charles Anthon and published by . This book was released on 1851 with total page 1488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period

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Publisher : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 : 0810871831
Total Pages : 665 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Book Synopsis Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period by : Bertil H. Van Boer

Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period written by Bertil H. Van Boer and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 665 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When we speak of "classical music" it often refers rather loosely to serious "art" music but at the core is really the music of the classical period running from about 1730 to 1800, give or take. This was truly one of the most glorious periods for both composition and performance and it is this classical music which is still at the core of today's repertoire. Obvious names connected with this period are Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, but there were many more still reasonably well known like Gluck and C.P.E Bach, and dozens more who are regrettably little known today. This Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period includes not only these composers, but also eminent conductors and performers, patrons, and publishers. There are also dictionary entries on major centers of music-making, typical instruments, important technical terms, and emerging musical forms, including the symphony and opera. Indeed, with a 1,000 cross-referenced entries, there is information on most matters of interest. This is prefaced by an extensive chronology, tracing the course of this period from year to year, and an introduction taking a careful look at the period as a whole. Finally, there is a substantial bibliography. Surely, this is a book which will appeal not only to students and researchers but all music-lovers.

Technical Manual and Dictionary of Classical Ballet

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Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 0486132862
Total Pages : 175 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (861 download)

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Book Synopsis Technical Manual and Dictionary of Classical Ballet by : Gail Grant

Download or read book Technical Manual and Dictionary of Classical Ballet written by Gail Grant and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-04-30 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From adagio to voyage, over 800 steps, movements, poses, and concepts are fully defined. A pronunciation guide and cross-references to alternate names for similar steps and positions also included.

The Wordsworth Classical Dictionary

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Publisher : NTC/Contemporary Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 9781853263682
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (636 download)

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Download or read book The Wordsworth Classical Dictionary written by William Smith and published by NTC/Contemporary Publishing Company. This book was released on 1996 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text includes all the names a classical studies student is likely to encounter, and the mythological entries are illustrated by line drawings. It covers the geography, myths, legends and characters of the classical world. -- Amazon

A New Classical Dictionary of Greek and Roman Biography, Mythology and Geography

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Total Pages : 1074 pages
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The Facts On File Dictionary of Classical and Biblical Allusions

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Publisher : Infobase Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0816048681
Total Pages : 465 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (16 download)

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Book Synopsis The Facts On File Dictionary of Classical and Biblical Allusions by : Martin H. Manser

Download or read book The Facts On File Dictionary of Classical and Biblical Allusions written by Martin H. Manser and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This indispensable work is a comprehensive resource offering abundant information that students and general readers of all ages will find clear and to the point. A useful companion to The Facts On File Dictionary of Cultural and Historical Allusions explains the meanings and origins of allusions from the Bible and classical mythology, including Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic, and Egyptian. It features approximately 2,000 entries, from Abelard and Heloise to Zeus. It covers biblical and mythological figures (Narcissus, Athena, Daniel), places (Mount Olympus, Gesthemane, Elysian Fields), key concepts (doomsday, utopia), and other references with biblical and mythological origins (judgment of Solomon, salt of the earth, patience of Job, labors of Hercules). It also includes a pronunciation key for difficult words or terms; examples of usage; and extensive cross-references.

Dictionary of American Classical Composers

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Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136790233
Total Pages : 1359 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (367 download)

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Book Synopsis Dictionary of American Classical Composers by : Neil Butterworth

Download or read book Dictionary of American Classical Composers written by Neil Butterworth and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-10-02 with total page 1359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dictionary of American Classical Composers covers over 650 composers active from the 18th century to today. Covering all classical styles, it offers the most comprehensive overview of key composers in the United States available. Entries include basic biographical information and critical analysis of each composer's key works and ideas. Entries also include worklists and bibliographic information. Whenever possible, the entries will have been checked by the composers themselves to assure greatest possible accuracy. This new edition, completely updated and expanded from the 1984 edition, also includes over 200 historic photographs.

Dictionary of Classical and Theoretical Mathematics

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Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9781420038033
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (38 download)

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Book Synopsis Dictionary of Classical and Theoretical Mathematics by : Catherine Cavagnaro

Download or read book Dictionary of Classical and Theoretical Mathematics written by Catherine Cavagnaro and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2001-02-26 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Containing more than 1,000 entries, the Dictionary of Classical and Theoretical Mathematics focuses on mathematical terms and definitions of critical importance to practicing mathematicians and scientists. This single-source reference provides working definitions, meanings of terms, related references, and a list of alternative terms and definitions. The dictionary is one of five constituent works that make up the casebound CRC Comprehensive Dictionary of Mathematics.

The Oxford Classical Dictionary

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Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0199545561
Total Pages : 1650 pages
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Download or read book The Oxford Classical Dictionary written by Simon Hornblower and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2012-03-29 with total page 1650 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The revised third edition of the 'Oxford Classical Dictionary' is the ultimate reference on the classical world containing over 6,200 entries. The 2003 revision includes minor corrections and updates and all Latin and Greek words in the text are now translated into English.

Random House Encyclopedic Dictionary of Classical Music

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Publisher : Random House Reference
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 808 pages
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Download or read book Random House Encyclopedic Dictionary of Classical Music written by David Cummings and published by Random House Reference. This book was released on 1997 with total page 808 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Along with offering fascinating facts on the lives of the musicians, the Random House Encyclopedic Dictionary of Classical Music presents concise plots for 3,000 operas, comprehensive listings of stage and opera works, and explanations of musical terms, theories, and forms that reflect current thinking.