The Heroic Age by H. Munro Chadwick
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| Author | Chadwick, H. Munro (Hector Munro), 1870-1947 |
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| Title | The Heroic Age |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Heroic Age" by H. Munro Chadwick is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the characteristics and themes of heroic poetry across various cultures, particularly focusing on the Teutonic and Greek traditions. It investigates the oral narratives surrounding notable figures and events within these ancient literary forms, seeking to identify their origins and interconnections. The beginning of the book sets the stage for a comparative study of heroic poetry, emphasizing the recurrent themes and narrative structures found in the epics of different cultures. Specifically, Chadwick introduces the early narrative poetry of the Teutonic peoples, referencing significant works such as "Beowulf," and discusses their thematic concerns and historical context. He emphasizes the importance of understanding these stories within the framework of their own time, hinting at the anthropological implications of their content. This methodological approach offers a foundational basis for further exploration of the influence these heroic tales have had across generations and their significance in the development of cultural identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Civilization, Homeric |
| Subject | Homer -- Influence |
| Subject | Epic poetry, Germanic -- Greek influences |
| Subject | Civilization, Germanic |
| Subject | Epic poetry, Germanic -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48426 |
| Release Date | Mar 7, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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