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1 online resource (xiv, 408 pages) : maps |
Series |
Mnemosyne supplements. Monographs on Greek and Latin language and literature, 0169-8958 ; 331 |
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Mnemosyne, bibliotheca classica Batava. Supplementum. Monographs on Greek and Roman language and literature ; 331.
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Contents |
Part I. Originality in Diodorus' historiography -- Part II. Myth and history in Diodorus' first five books |
Summary |
Examining Diodorus Siculus' historiographical methods and his representation of mythical culture-heroes, this study demonstrates the significant contribution of the author's first pentad to his universal history and its importance as a supplement to our perception of Hellenistic civilization |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and indexes |
Notes |
Print version record |
Subject |
Diodorus, Siculus. Bibliotheca historica. Book 1-5
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SUBJECT |
Bibliotheca historica (Diodorus, Siculus) fast |
Subject |
History, Ancient -- Historiography
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Mythology, Greek -- Historiography
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Mythology, Greek, in literature.
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HISTORY -- Ancient -- General.
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History, Ancient -- Historiography
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Mythology, Greek, in literature
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Form |
Electronic book
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ISBN |
9789004210103 |
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9004210105 |
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