Periodicals > The Bulletin > Vol. 72, No. 1
| Name: | Pastoral Symphonies |
| Authors: | Quinn, Tom |
| Indexed Date: | 4 Feb. 2025 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | Quinn, Tom. “Pastoral Symphonies.” The Bulletin, Vol. 72, No. 1, Jan. 2023, p. 18, https://www.aanr.com/member-benefits |
Summary
The word "pastoral" originates from the Latin word for "shepherd" and has inspired a genre of art, literature, and music celebrating the lives of happy shepherds since ancient times. Artists, writers, and composers have romanticized the pastoral life, often incorporating themes of love and nudity into their works, but the reality of the shepherd's lifestyle involves harsh outdoor conditions and oppressive boredom.