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Amsterdam Studies in Classical Philology - 6: Significant and the Insignificant

5 Studies in Herodotus' View of History

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Although it is widely recognised that Solon's thoughts on human life (1.30-32) are important to a correct understanding of Herodotus' work, little attention has been given to their narratological meaning. On the basis of a careful interpretation of five episodes, this monograph argues that Solon's advice, 'look to the end', establishes the viewpoint from which Herodotus' stories are to be understood. This viewpoint leads to surprising conclusions as to what is and is not important to the development of history. It casts doubts especially on the magnificent role of Athens and its democracy.

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Amsterdam Studies in Classical Philology - 6: Significant and the Insignificant, J. E. Van der Veen, C. J. Van der Veen

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Jaar van publicatie
1996
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Titel
Amsterdam Studies in Classical Philology - 6: Significant and the Insignificant
Ondertitel
5 Studies in Herodotus' View of History
Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
1996
Formaat
Hardcover
Aantal pagina's
146
ISBN10
9050632963
ISBN13
9789050632966
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Aantekening
Although it is widely recognised that Solon's thoughts on human life (1.30-32) are important to a correct understanding of Herodotus' work, little attention has been given to their narratological meaning. On the basis of a careful interpretation of five episodes, this monograph argues that Solon's advice, 'look to the end', establishes the viewpoint from which Herodotus' stories are to be understood. This viewpoint leads to surprising conclusions as to what is and is not important to the development of history. It casts doubts especially on the magnificent role of Athens and its democracy.