The Feast Of Thalarchus: A Dramatic Poem (1901)
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ISBN10: 1120879043
ISBN13: 9781120879042
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 84
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120879042
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 84
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Feast of Thalarchus: A Dramatic Poem is a literary work written by Conde Benoist Pallen in 1901. The book is a poetic drama that tells the story of a feast held in honor of Thalarchus, a mythical figure from ancient Greece. The feast is attended by various characters, including gods, goddesses, and mortals, who engage in conversations and debates about various philosophical and moral topics.The book is divided into five acts, each of which explores different themes and ideas. The first act sets the scene for the feast and introduces the characters. The second act focuses on the debate between the gods and mortals about the nature of happiness and virtue. The third act explores the theme of love and its power to transform individuals. The fourth act delves into the idea of fate and free will, while the final act brings the story to a dramatic conclusion.Throughout the book, Pallen weaves together elements of Greek mythology and philosophy to create a thought-provoking and engaging work of literature. The language is rich and poetic, with vivid descriptions of the characters and settings. The book is a fascinating exploration of some of the most fundamental questions about human existence, such as the nature of happiness, love, and destiny. Overall, The Feast of Thalarchus is a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers to this day.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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