The Language of Divine Power: A Continuation of "Bible and Literature" Studies

Author: (Canada) Northrop Frye / Wu Chizhe
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: This book explores the relationship between the Bible and Western literature, demonstrating the divine power of language and how people's emotions form a close connection with language. Frye's profound insights into the intrinsic links between the Bible and literary traditions fully reflect the reverence of one of the most profound literary critics of the 20th century for the spiritual origins of Western culture. His criticism enriches our understanding of the cultural connotations embedded in ancient classics.