The dictionary contains over 700 entries, covering not only major classical scholars, but also minor and neglected figures (such as schoolteachers and publishers) who helped sustain British Classics. The individuals included have mostly been born, educated and made their careers in the British Isles. However, others are included who were born and educated elsewhere but whose careers were pursued in Britain. The term ‘classicist’ applies to individuals who contributed in any way to the study of Graeco-Roman culture, or to its organization and propagation. Each entry gives the reader a glimpse of the individual’s life, publications and contributions to Classics through other activities such as teaching, organization or administration. Bibliographical pointers to further research are given and each entry is written in an accessible style, without the use of unnecessary scholarly terminology.
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"This distinctive dictionary provides over 700 entries covering major classical scholars and writers as well as teachers and publishers instrumental in supporting the study of Greek and Roman culture in Britain." -Library Journal, November 15, 2004
“Each entry provides a bibliography of works, edition texts, or translations by and works about the subject. The set includes a general bibliography and an index to personal names. The contributors’ list is graced with many senior and distinguished academics whose regard for their subjects is revealed in the engaging, highly readable style of many entries.… Todd’s dictionary draws together many elusive facts about the history of classical philology previously scattered through disparate festschriften, memoirs, and senior common room legend. Through essential only for the most extensive classics collections, this set would be welcome in any library supporting graduate research in the field. Highly recommended.” –Choice, 5/05 (Choice )
“Each entry provides a bibliography of works, edition texts, or translations by and works about the subject. The set includes a general bibliography and an index to personal names. The contributors’ list is graced with many senior and distinguished academics whose regard for their subjects is revealed in the engaging, highly readable style of many entries.… Todd’s dictionary draws together many elusive facts about the history of classical philology previously scattered through disparate festschriften, memoirs, and senior common room legend. Through essential only for the most extensive classics collections, this set would be welcome in any library supporting graduate research in the field. Highly recommended.” –Choice, 5/05 (Choice )
The articles... are generally well written and accessible to nonclassicists and contain much information.
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