Poetry and Prophecy: The Beginnings of a Literary Tradition

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Abstract

The idea that poetry and prophecy are intimately related has been a central motif in Western literary history. Since the Renaissance, the connections perceived between biblical prophecy and poetry have frequently been invoked to elevate poetry to the highest level of human accomplishment. Poetry and Prophecy illuminates the sources of this tradition, ranging over a number of literatures and cultures.
Original languageAmerican English
PublisherCornell University Press
Number of pages256
ISBN (Electronic)1-5017-3696-5
DOIs
StatePublished - 1990

Publication series

NameMyth and Poetics

Keywords

  • Poetry & Criticism

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