Roynon, Tessa.

Toni Morrison and the classical tradition : transforming American culture / Tessa Roynon. - First edition. - Oxford : Oxford University Press, (c)2013. - 1 online resource (ix, 220 pages) - Classical presences .

"In this volume, Royon explores Toni Morrison's widespread engagement with ancient Greek and Roman tradition. Discussing all ten of her published novels to date, Royon examines the ways in which classical myth, literature, history, social practice, and religious ritual make their presence felt in Morrison's writing."--Provided by publisher

Includes bibliographies and index.



9780191501678


Morrison, Toni--Themes, motives.
Morrison, Toni--Criticism and interpretation.


Classicism in literature.


Electronic Books.

PS3563 / .T665 2013