THE INFLUENCE OF ROMANCE AND GREEK LITERARY TRADITIONS ON WESTERN LITERATURE
Keywords:
Romance, Greek literature, Western literature, Influence, cultural heritage, literary traditions, heroism, chivalry, courtly love, adventure, mythology, philosophy, interplay, evolution, historical roots.Abstract
This article explores the profound impact of Romance and Greek literary traditions on Western literature throughout history. Beginning with the roots of Greek mythology and epic poetry, we trace the development of romance as a genre and its integration into the literary fabric of Western culture. By examining key works and authors that exemplify the fusion of romance and Greek influences, we shed light on the enduring legacy of these traditions in shaping the modern Western literary landscape
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William Shakespeare. (1597). "Romeo and Juliet". London, England.
J.R.R. Tolkien. (1977). "The Silmarillion". The United Kingdom.
Dante Alighieri. (1320). "Inferno". Italy.
