The First Biography of Lucan: Statiusâ Silvae 2.7

Carole Newlands

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The First Biography of Lucan: Statiusâ Silvae 2.7

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Pages:: 433â451

DOI:: https://doi.org/10.1163/9789004217096_024

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Abstract

Statiusâ Siluae 2.7 demonstrates the creative approach to genre that is so characteristic of this poet.This short poem, written in hendecasyllables, commemorates the life of Lucan, and rehabilitates the reputation of the Neronian epic poet. Despite the lowmetre, the poem draws onGreek and Roman biographical traditions as well as specifically Roman commemorative practices for the dead.Written by a poet for a fellow-poet, it also is a work of literary criticism that reflects contemporary debate over Lucanâs status as an epic poet; Statiusâ contemporary Quintilian for instance argued that Lucan was more an orator than a poet.The poem offers a provocative reevaluation of the epic canon and of Lucanâs crucial, and pivotal, place within it; it also situates Statius as his epic successor.

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Series:Â Brill's Companions to Classical Studies

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Print Publication Date:: 01 Jan 2011

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