Aristaenetus, Erotic Letters.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bing, Peter.

Contributor:

Höschele, Regina.

Series:

Writings from the Greco-Roman World

Writings from the Greco-Roman World ; v.32

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Aristaenetus. -- Love epistles.

Erotic literature, Greek--Early works to 1800.

Erotic literature, Greek.

Erotic literature, Greek--Translations into English.

Local Subjects:

Aristaenetus. -- Love epistles.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (185 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Atlanta : SBL Press, 2014.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

The first complete English translation of Aristaenetus in nearly three centuries Through allusion and adaption of earlier authors, Aristaenetus recounts tales that are the stuff of comedy, erotic poetry, and ancient novel. Here we read of lovers who use every trope of erotic literature to praise their beloveds in over-the-top speeches. Aristaenetus amazes us with tales of paramours hatching complicated schemes to achieve their desires, while wily go-betweens help smooth their way. He presents us with accounts of unfaithful spouses who barely avoid capture in the midst of hair-raising and amusing infidelities. This sixth century collection is perfect for anyone interested in classical and postclassical literature. Features: English translation and Greek text on facing pages Introduction with history of the text Discussion of intertextual connections with Greco-Roman authors

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Abbreviations

Introduction

Text and Translation

The Letters of Aristaenetus Book 1

The Letters of Aristaenetus Book 2

Notes

Bibliography.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

ISBN:

1-58983-742-8