Ammianus Marcellinus : the allusive historian /
Ammianus Marcellinus is usually regarded as our most important source for the history of the second half of the fourth century AD, while his literary qualities are neglected. This book demonstrates what a subtle and manipulative writer Ammianus is; attention is paid particularly to his rich and vari...
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Language: English
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Cambridge, UK ; New York :
Cambridge University Press,
2008.
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Cambridge classical studies.
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Call Number: PA6205 .K45 2008
Table of Contents:
- Introduction Part I. The Elusive Historian 1. The bones on the battlefield 2. The adventures of Ammianus 3. The limits of biography Part II. The Allusive Historian 4. Ammianus' intertextuality 5. Sources 6. The exemplary historian 7. Julian's monument Epilogue