Myth and Poetry in Lucretius by Monica R. Gale

Myth and Poetry in Lucretius

Cambridge Classical Studies

Monica R. Gale

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Lucretius' De Rerum Natura is a philosophical epic, devoted to the exposition of Epicurean philosophy. Since the system was materialistic, and highly critical of myth and poetry, Lucretius' use of mythological language and imagery is surprising. D...

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