European Literature: Languages, Genres, and Literary Artists

A genre within European Literature that involves converting text from one language to another, often seen as a form of literary adaptation and interpretation.

The legendary author credited with the authorship of the epic poems 'Iliad' and 'Odyssey,' foundational works of ancient Greek literature.

An Ancient Athenian playwright of the Old Comic period. He is known for his satirical and comedic plays, which often commented on political and social issues of the time.

Sophocles is attributed as the author of 'Electra', a Greek tragedy that revolves around the themes of revenge, justice, and family.

The author of 'The Divine Comedy,' an epic poem of immense scope that details a journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise.

A Spanish novelist, poet and playwright. He is considered the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world’s pre-eminent novelists.

An English playwright, poet and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's greatest dramatist.

The Roman poet who wrote the Aeneid, an epic poem that tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan who traveled to Italy and became the ancestor of the Romans.

The author of 'The Canterbury Tales,' a collection of stories told by pilgrims on their way to Canterbury Cathedral.

The author of 'The Decameron,' a collection of novellas containing 100 tales told by ten young men and women sheltering from the Black Death.

A renowned work by William Shakespeare, it is a classic tragedy that tells the story of two young star-crossed lovers from feuding families.

'El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha' was written by Miguel de Cervantes.

The Roman poet who wrote 'The Georgics,' a poem about agriculture and rural life.