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Discover the captivating life of one of the most influential classicists of the 20th century in 'American Classicist: The Life of Edith Hamilton.’ This biography beautifully unveils the remarkable journey of Edith Hamilton, whose landmark work 'Mythology' introduced countless readers to the enchanting tales of the classical world. Released in 2023 by Princeton University Press, this brand new trade binding edition brings to life Hamilton’s extraordinary contributions to literature and education.
Hamilton, who published her first book at the age of sixty-two, became a pivotal figure in classical scholarship. With her compelling interpretations of ancient myths and history, she not only educated generations but also influenced postwar America's cultural landscape. With a BA and MA from Bryn Mawr College, Hamilton had a profound understanding of Latin and Greek, which laid the foundation for her celebrated writings.
Alongside her partner, Doris Fielding Reid, Hamilton fostered a vibrant intellectual community in Washington, D.C., where she engaged with notable figures like Gertrude Stein and Ezra Pound. Despite her admiration for ancient Greek civilization, Hamilton's views were nuanced, challenging the narratives of Western superiority. This biography explores her complex legacy, illustrating how her ideas were as revolutionary as her life.
Dive into this fascinating narrative that highlights the intersection of feminism, classicism, and political thought. Ideal for scholars and literature enthusiasts alike, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the lasting impact of ancient civilizations on modern thought. Free shipping on this item ensures an effortless purchase experience. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery, as cancellations are not possible once the order is placed.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691236186
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A biography of the remarkable woman whose bestselling Mythology has introduced millions of readers to the classical world.
Edith Hamilton (1867–1963) didn’t publish her first book until she was sixty-two. But over the next three decades, this former headmistress would become the twentieth century’s most famous interpreter of the classical world. Today, Hamilton’s Mythology (1942) remains the standard version of ancient tales and sells tens of thousands of copies a year. During the Cold War, her influence even extended to politics, as she argued that postwar America could learn from the fate of Athens after its victory in the Persian Wars. In American Classicist, Victoria Houseman tells the fascinating life story of a remarkable classicist whose ideas were shaped by—and aspired to shape—her times.
Hamilton studied Latin and Greek from an early age, earned a BA and MA at Bryn Mawr College, and ran a girls’ prep school for twenty-six years. After retiring, she turned to writing and began a relationship with the pianist and stockbroker Doris Fielding Reid. The two women were partners for more than forty years and entertained journalists, diplomats, and politicians in their Washington, D.C., house. Hamilton traveled extensively around the world, formed friendships with Gertrude Stein and Ezra Pound, and was made an honorary citizen of Athens. While Hamilton believed that the ancient Greeks represented the peak of world civilization, Houseman shows that this suffragist, pacifist, and anti-imperialist was far from an apologist for Western triumphalism.
An absorbing narrati
Hamilton, who published her first book at the age of sixty-two, became a pivotal figure in classical scholarship. With her compelling interpretations of ancient myths and history, she not only educated generations but also influenced postwar America's cultural landscape. With a BA and MA from Bryn Mawr College, Hamilton had a profound understanding of Latin and Greek, which laid the foundation for her celebrated writings.
Alongside her partner, Doris Fielding Reid, Hamilton fostered a vibrant intellectual community in Washington, D.C., where she engaged with notable figures like Gertrude Stein and Ezra Pound. Despite her admiration for ancient Greek civilization, Hamilton's views were nuanced, challenging the narratives of Western superiority. This biography explores her complex legacy, illustrating how her ideas were as revolutionary as her life.
Dive into this fascinating narrative that highlights the intersection of feminism, classicism, and political thought. Ideal for scholars and literature enthusiasts alike, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the lasting impact of ancient civilizations on modern thought. Free shipping on this item ensures an effortless purchase experience. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery, as cancellations are not possible once the order is placed.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691236186
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A biography of the remarkable woman whose bestselling Mythology has introduced millions of readers to the classical world.
Edith Hamilton (1867–1963) didn’t publish her first book until she was sixty-two. But over the next three decades, this former headmistress would become the twentieth century’s most famous interpreter of the classical world. Today, Hamilton’s Mythology (1942) remains the standard version of ancient tales and sells tens of thousands of copies a year. During the Cold War, her influence even extended to politics, as she argued that postwar America could learn from the fate of Athens after its victory in the Persian Wars. In American Classicist, Victoria Houseman tells the fascinating life story of a remarkable classicist whose ideas were shaped by—and aspired to shape—her times.
Hamilton studied Latin and Greek from an early age, earned a BA and MA at Bryn Mawr College, and ran a girls’ prep school for twenty-six years. After retiring, she turned to writing and began a relationship with the pianist and stockbroker Doris Fielding Reid. The two women were partners for more than forty years and entertained journalists, diplomats, and politicians in their Washington, D.C., house. Hamilton traveled extensively around the world, formed friendships with Gertrude Stein and Ezra Pound, and was made an honorary citizen of Athens. While Hamilton believed that the ancient Greeks represented the peak of world civilization, Houseman shows that this suffragist, pacifist, and anti-imperialist was far from an apologist for Western triumphalism.
An absorbing narrati