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Abstract: The AD 5th century epic, the Dionysiaka, by Nonnos of Panopolis contains substantial allusions to earlier works, most notably the works of Homer. The following study examines elements in the Dionysiaka which emulate Homer and argues that the purpose of this emulation was to compete, and ultimately supplant, the Homeric Cycle. This work further argues that this goal was a result of the ... read morelate period in which Nonnos wrote. It proposes that the Dionysiaka aims to outdo Homer's scenes and style mechanically but thematically it departs from Homer and attempts to reframe the traditional pagan epic to fit the culture of the 5th century. Ultimately, this thesis argues that Nonnos was part of a failed movement in late antiquity to rectify no longer operative but still prevalent pre-Christian culture with Christian and Neo-Platonic ideas.
Thesis (M.A.)--Tufts University, 2017.
Submitted to the Dept. of Classics.
Advisor: Marie-Claire Beaulieu.
Committee: Steven Hirsch, and David Proctor.
Keyword: Classical studies.read less
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