In this compelling study , Vered Lev Kenaan examines the truly iconic figure of Pandora and her literary heritage in Greek and Latin literature. Pandora's Senses argues that Pandora, entering the world as a radiantly beautiful woman, leaves a decisive mark on ancient poetics. Through a series of readings of Greek and Roman literature, Kenaan reveals the central role played by the image of Pandora in shaping a text's idea, its meaning, and its readership. Through her explorations of the works of Hesiod, Plato, and Ovid, Kenaan compares male-female relationships, writing, and culture, giving us a greater understanding of gender as a critical lens through which to view ancient literature.

Author: Vered, Lev Kenaan,
Publisher: University of Wisconsin Press
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Pandora's Senses: The Feminine Character of the Ancient Text
Pages: 00272 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2008-02-05
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780299224103
Category: Literary Criticism : Ancient and Classical
Category: Social Science : Folklore & Mythology
Category: Social Science : Feminism & Feminist Theory