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Oral Tradition and Written Record in Classical Athens

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Exploring the coexistence of literacy and oral tradition in ancient Greece, the book delves into how these forms of communication interacted, particularly in Classical Athens. Dr. Thomas utilizes anthropological insights to identify various types of Athenian oral traditions, examining their evolution and eventual decline. The study highlights the mechanisms of oral tradition and memory, as well as the impact of writing on these traditions. This research offers valuable perspectives on the methodologies of Greek historians and contributes to understanding Greek historical material.

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Oral Tradition and Written Record in Classical Athens, Rosalind Thomas

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Inglés
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2003
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336
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9780521350259
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Exploring the coexistence of literacy and oral tradition in ancient Greece, the book delves into how these forms of communication interacted, particularly in Classical Athens. Dr. Thomas utilizes anthropological insights to identify various types of Athenian oral traditions, examining their evolution and eventual decline. The study highlights the mechanisms of oral tradition and memory, as well as the impact of writing on these traditions. This research offers valuable perspectives on the methodologies of Greek historians and contributes to understanding Greek historical material.