Epic Heroism in the Early Modern Period: Heroizations of Emperor Maximilian I in Latin Epic Poetry (D03*)

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This project will study the significant Latin epic poetry written under Emperor Maximilian I (1459-1519) from several angles: as part of a contemporary propaganda war, as a model for the heroization (and demonization) of a ruler, and with regard to narrative techniques used to stylize heroes all the way up to the 21st century. In addition to this core topic, smaller studies will deal with the later reception of epic poetry under Maximilian and a workshop will focus on the general heroization of Maximilian in the literature and art of his time.