Cicero’s Style: A Synopsis Followed by Selected Analytic Studies

Auteur: Albrecht, Michael von
Titre: Cicero’s Style: A Synopsis Followed by Selected Analytic Studies
Revue/Collection: "Mnemosyne Suppl.", 245
Lieu èdition: Leiden
Éditeur: Brill
Annèe edition: 2003
Pages: X, 281
Mots-clès: Stylistique et genres littéraires - Stilistica e generi letterari - Stylistics and literary genre
Comptes rendus:

Tunberg, T., "Bryn Mawr Classical Review", 2003.12.09.

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Minkova, M., "Les Etudes Classiques", 73, 4 (2005), 391-393.

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Description: [Abstract] This study of Cicero’s style discusses differences of literary genres, nuances of style within individual works, and chronological development, followed by an account of fixed elements typical of Cicero’s diction. Finally, selected interpretative studies demonstrate the relationship of style and context in the orations, with special regard to literary form and political or moral content. The book concludes with an Epilogue on the "De oratore" and the culture of speech, contrary to inveterate prejudices, Cicero does not confine himself to a single (so-called "Ciceronian") style, but consciously and ably employs the full register of styles. The author points out in what respects a study of his style might be rewarding even today.
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Sigle auteur: Albrecht 2003