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The Death Of Orpheus

The Death Of Orpheus

Schure, Edouard

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesBuddhism

ISBN10: 1162831502
ISBN13: 9781162831503
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 22
Weight: 0.13
Height: 0.05 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Death of Orpheus is a book written by Edouard Schure that revolves around the mythological tale of Orpheus, a legendary musician and poet in ancient Greek mythology. The book narrates the tragic story of Orpheus, who loses his beloved wife Eurydice to death and embarks on a perilous journey to the underworld to bring her back to life. The book explores the themes of love, loss, grief, and the power of music and poetry. It delves into the complexities of human emotions and the lengths one can go to for the sake of love. The story is set against the backdrop of ancient Greece, and the author provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, culture, and customs of that era.The book is a retelling of the myth of Orpheus, and the author adds his own interpretation and insights into the story. He explores the symbolism and allegory embedded in the myth and connects it to the broader themes of human existence. The book is written in a poetic and lyrical style, which adds to the overall beauty and depth of the story.Overall, The Death of Orpheus is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for generations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, literature, and the human experience.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Krishna and Orpheus: The Great Initiates of the East and West, by Edouard Schure. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595072.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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