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The golden ass: being the Metamorphoses of Lucius Apuleius
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ISBN10: 9390382866
ISBN13: 9789390382866
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 7 2020
Pages: 642
Weight: 1.96
Height: 1.56 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789390382866
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 7 2020
Pages: 642
Weight: 1.96
Height: 1.56 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A riotous, singular tale of magic, wit and metamorphosis. Expect wry mischief and metamorphosis. Apuleius's The Golden Ass is a singular example of the ancient roman novel, blending vivid storytelling, myth and social observation. It belongs on any classical literature collection shelf: at once bawdy, philosophical and wildly inventive. The narrative moves between comic episodes and reflective interludes, often feeling like a satirical fiction anthology that celebrates the unpredictability of human desire. Its themes centre on mythological transformations and the operations of fate, while episodes of magic and metamorphosis drive the storytelling and moral complexity. Readers seeking adventure and mischief will find themselves at home; it is frequently included among classics for students. As a literary history reference, The Golden Ass occupies a vital place in studies of the second century roman empire and in the wider story of Latin letters, and endures as a latin literature classic. It rewards modern readers and scholars alike, offering a lively companion for ovid metamorphoses readers and a welcome comparative reading for petronius satires fans. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Both casual readers and classic-literature collectors will find here a work that delights, provokes and endures.
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