In them we see reflected a picture of roman life very different form. Based on a thorough study of greek life and civilization, of greek literature, philosophy and art, the greek way interprets their meaning and brings a realization of the refuge and strength the past can be to us in the present. Edith hamilton not only appreciates latin literature for its use in the analysis of roman history, but also the brilliance of their writings. It was followed by the roman way 1932, which was equally well received. The fact that youre asking for help makes me wonder if entering this world has been difficult for you. The roman way is essentially a collection of letters, poems and essays from some of the most famous literary minds of the ancient roman culture. This book is a revised edition of the authors first book which was published in 1930, but now with 5 additional chapters of material.
Since its original publication by little, brown and company, in 1942, edith hamiltons mythology has sold millions of copies throughout the world and established itself as a perennial bestseller in its various available formats. Her celebrated and bestselling books include mythology, the greek way, the roman way, and the echo of greece. According to roberts biographers, jackie kennedy gave robert a copy of hamiltons the greek way while they were in antigua for the easter holiday weekend. Hamiltons other notable works include the roman way 1932, the prophets of israel 1936, mythology 1942, and the echo of greece 1957. Plautus and terence, cicero and caesar, catullus, horace, virgil, and augustus come to life in their ambitions, their work. Sold by whiterain and ships from amazon fulfillment. She uses these stories to try and explain what the ideas, attitudes and beliefs are that make up the roman way.
Mythology, greek way, roman way 3 vol book book details. Robert, transfixed by the book, barely left his room. The roman way, by edith hamilton 2453 words bartleby. Buy the roman way by edith hamilton, in very good condition. Easton press, edith hamilton mythology, the greek way. Timeless tales of gods and heroes 1942 is still one of the most commonly used texts in high school and college classes. Jul 25, 2017 the roman way by edith hamilton, 9780393354454, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. The roman way and millions of other books are available for instant access. This book provides a good insight to the ancient greek mindset and then an understanding how why they reacted. Edith hamilton was a germanamerican educator and author who was recognized as the greatest woman classicist. Drawing on the greatest writers of its civilization, hamilton vividly depicts the life and spirit of rome. Starting at the age of 63, hamilton published a number of acclaimed books on greek and roman culture, was made an honorary citizen of athens, and was awarded several honorary doctorates.
Plautus and terence, cicero and caesar, catullus, horace, virgil, and augustus come to life in their ambitions, their work, their loves and hates. Edith hamiltons premise for this book is that we learn more about a time period or people by reading their literature, poetry, speeches and plays. Hamilton asserts, simply by writing this book, that there is some kind of roman way, a peculiarly roman way of thinking. In this informal history of roman civilization, edith hamilton vividly depicts the roman life and spirit as they are. I did not think it was quite as astute as her greek book. Although her name is the only one on the cover, edith hamilton is not really the author of all the tales in mythology. Mythology succeeds like no other audiobook in bringing to life for the modern listener the greek, roman, and norse myths and legends that are the keystone of western. Edith hamilton is my favourite writer when it comes to describing ancient greek mythology. This is a used book there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use.
Edith hamilton august 12, 1867 may 31, 1963 was an american educator and internationally known author who was one of the most renowned classicists of her era in the united states. In this informal history of roman civilization, edith hamilton vividly depicts the roman life and spirit as they are revealed in the greatest writers of the. Edith hamilton american author and educator britannica. Starting at the age of 63, hamilton published a number of acclaimed books on greek and roman culture, was made an honorary citizen of. Edith hamilton, american educator and author who was a notable popularizer of classical literature. The author of the roman way, mythology, and other works, she was a member of the american academy of. Numerous educational institutions recommend us, including oxford university, michigan state university, and. The roman way followed similar themes in roman literature, culture, religion, and history. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Edith hamilton is attempting to show us a side of rome that was previously unseen. To put it differently, freedom regarding speech most of us completely recognized. Mar 29, 2010 the roman way attempts something of the sort with ancient rome, and the prospect seems even more absurd. In this informal history of roman civilization, edith hamilton vividly depicts the roman life and spirit as they are revealed in the greatest writers of the time.
The roman way attempts something of the sort with ancient rome, and the prospect seems even more absurd. Edith hamilton shows us rome through the eyes of the romans. Mythology by edith hamilton critical analysis 837 words 4 pages. The scope of hamiltons project is not historical reconstruction, but an attempt to show what the romans were as they appear in their great authors 263. She turned to other sources of tradition in the prophets of israel 1936. Edith hamilton project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks.
Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us. Hamiltons aim is to pinpoint the peculiar roman qualities that distinguished them from the. Her books are so revered that mythology remains the foremost introductory textbook about its subject. Ancient history encyclopedia receives a small commission for each. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Vivid and engaging as well as thoroughly scholarly, the book was a critical and popular success. The bestseller drew comparisons between ancient greece and modernday life with essays about some of the great figures of athenian history and literature. Her many books include the greek way 1931, the roman way i 1932, and collected dialogues of. She was a gifted storyteller and had a phenomenal memory. Read the book on paper it is quite a powerful experience. Which book should i start with if i want to learn roman. Book awards book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months biggest new releases.
She was sixtytwo years old when the greek way, her first book, was published in 1930. Norton company, made her a wellknown author in the united states. Rfk had devoured the writings of the twentiethcentury classicist edith hamilton in the months following jfks assassination. In the roman way, edith hamilton shows us rome through the eyes of the romans. Edith hamilton the baltimore literary heritage project. Edith hamilton 18671963 was an excellent teacher, scholar, and writer. The roman way by edith hamilton, 9780393354454, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. By using roman playwrights and poets, hamilton traces the development of rome, from its origin as something notgreek, to the romantic and grandiose poems of virgil, and the sentimental romantic that is seneca. Edith hamilton august 12, 1867 may 31, 1963 was an american 1 educator and author who was recognized as the greatest woman classicist. The roman way is a book i wish i had read at the beginning of my undergraduate education. She won the national achievement award and received honorary degrees from yale university, the university of rochester, and the university of pennsylvania. The author of the roman way, mythology, and other works, she was a member of the american. By doing this we know what they were interested in and how they thought. Publication date 1986 topics classical literature publisher. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. The roman way attempts something of the sort with ancient rome, and the prospect seems. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in australia.
For a nice overview i would suggest the roman way by edith hamilton. The roman way, by edith hamilton 2468 words 123 help me. Edith hamiltons the greek way and the roman way, originally published. Buy a cheap copy of the roman way book by edith hamilton. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the roman way. The greek way and the roman way by edith hamilton, hardcover. It was instantly successful, and is the earliest expression of her belief in the calm lucidity of the greek mind and that the great thinkers of athens were unsurpassed in their mastery of truth. The greek way the ancient greek mind this is a must buy for study the golden age of greece.
Born in germany of american parents, hamilton grew up in fort wayne, indiana. Hamilton was sixtytwo when her first book, the greek way, was published in 1930 and is considered by some as her most honored work, the successful book, which hamilton wrote at the urging of elling annestad, an editor at w. This is her first book where she tries to place the context of intellectual life in 5th c athens from which so much influential poetry, theatre and philosophy will be born. As she continued to write and translate, hamilton realized that there was a need for an easy to read compendium of greek mythology for the every day reader. As with all study or simple enjoyment of history, context is important. Publication date 1932 topics latin literature publisher new york, w. From an early age edith was an eager student of greek and roman literature. Jan 01, 2007 in the roman way, edith hamilton shows us rome through the eyes of the romans.
The book was published in 1999 by grand central publishing in new york, new york. It was an immediate success and a featured selection by the bookofthemonth club in 1957. It is more accurate to think of her as a collector or interpreter, as she compiled the stories in the book from the writings of various greek, roman, and icelandic authors. This was the focus of her first book the greek way. Praised for their lucidity and accessibility, her books served as an. Mythology by edith hamilton in epub, fb3, rtf download ebook. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. It is rewritten in a way that more readers could comprehend its content. Although first published in 1932, the book is not dated in style or subject matter.
Best of all, if after reading an ebook, you buy a paper version of mythology. The author of the roman way, mythology, and other works. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. The roman way, by edith hamilton essay satires of juvenal. Edith hamilton, the roman way, bonanza books, 1986, 2574731 edith hamiltons book, the roman way, stands the test of time. By purchasing books through this website, you support our nonprofit organization. Mythology is a collection of greek and roman myths retold by edith hamilton. Hmm, there are a lot of different ways you could go. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the roman way. The roman way edith hamilton in this book, the author shows us rome through the eyes of the romans. Edith hamilton 18671963 was made an honorary citizen of athens because of her writings. In this informal history of roman civilization, edith hamilton vividly depicts the roman life and.
Edith hamiltons mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the greek, roman and norse myths that are the keystone of western culturethe stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present. Buy the roman way by edith hamilton online at alibris. The scope of hamilton s project is not historical reconstruction. In edith hamilton 1930 published her first book, the greek way.
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