Product Description: This title presents a study of common themes and differences in various dramatic and musical versions of the story of Dido. This book breaks new ground in undertaking a coherent examination of these works which are linked by theme...read more

Product Description: The classic myth of Dido, as seen through the ages by artists, writers, and scholars. The story of Dido and Aeneas and their tragic love has been one of the most compelling and durable of the great classical myths. The story has led artists, writers, and musicians throughout the centuries to appropriate--and misappropriate--its elements for both artistic and political ends...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: In his examinations of Spenser's major poetry and his treatment of Virgil and Dido, Watkins attempts to dismantle the stereotype of Spenser as one who blurs earlier epic traditions.