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Augustus, the Res Gestae and Hellenistic theories of apotheosis.
- Source :
- Journal of Roman Studies; 1999, Vol. 89, p1, 18p
- Publication Year :
- 1999
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Abstract
- Examines the literary work of Roman emperor Augustus `Res Gestae' in light of Hellenistic theories of apotheosis. Inextricable link between world conquest and apotheosis in Hellenistic literature after Alexander; Res Gestae as a complex and allusive document; Link illustrated by Vergil in a number of passages.
- Subjects :
- APOTHEOSIS in literature
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00754358
- Volume :
- 89
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Roman Studies
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 2637168
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.2307/300731