The Power of Thetis
Laura M. Slatkin
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The Power of Thetis
Published
August 1, 1995
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
137
ISBN-13
9780520203556
ISBN-10
0520203550
Description
"We have long recognized in the Iliad the hallmarks of the oral, traditional poet who chooses among alternative arrangements of formulaic elements. In The Power of Thetis, Laura M. Slatkin makes us aware of another compositional resource, just as crucial to our understanding of the meaning of Homeric epic."--BOOK JACKET. "Slatkin shows how, through the selection and combination of mythic motifs, Homer interprets mythological traditions and locates his characters within them by allusion or oblique reference. The figure of Thetis, the mother of Achilles, provides an especially revealing example of the way in which such mythological resonance contributes a wider context and meaning to the epic's central themes."--BOOK JACKET. "Slatkin teaches us to listen for what is unspoken as well as spoken in the poetry of Homer, and thereby confronts us with the larger questions of the function of epic and its boundaries as a genre."--BOOK JACKET.
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How many pages are in The Power of Thetis?
This edition of The Power of Thetis has approximately 137 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Power of Thetis?
For most readers, The Power of Thetis typically takes between 2h 51m and 1h 54m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 34,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 17m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 34,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Power of Thetis?
The estimated word count for The Power of Thetis is approximately 34,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Power of Thetis?
The Power of Thetis was written by Laura M. Slatkin.
When was The Power of Thetis published?
The publication date for this specific edition is August 1, 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.