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Anna Bonifazi suggests that the Homeric text we have now would have enabled ancient audiences to enjoy the evocative power of even minimal linguistic elements. The multiple functions served by these elements are associated not only with the variety of narrative contexts in which they occur but also with overarching poetic strategies. The findings relate to two strategies in particular: unfolding the narrative by signaling the upcoming content with αύ- adverbs and particles, and letting the complexity of Odysseus's identity resonate through the ambiguous use of third-person pronouns. The words' evocative power springs from the deliberate merging of distinct meanings, which prompts multifaceted interpretations. The text allows the incorporation of different viewpoints, just as an iridescent fabric allows the simultaneous perception of different colors.

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Author:   Anna Bonifazi
Publisher:   Harvard University, Center for Hellenic Studies
Imprint:   Harvard University, Center for Hellenic Studies
Volume:   50
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 4.60cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.590kg
ISBN:  

9780674060623

ISBN 10:   0674060628
Pages:   350
Publication Date:   30 April 2012
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Awaiting stock  
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Anna Bonifazi is Professor of Discourse Studies in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Cologne.

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