Publisher's Synopsis
Lucian's True History is a satirical work of fiction written by the ancient Greek writer Lucian of Samosata in the second century AD. The book is a parody of the popular adventure stories of the time and follows the protagonist, a sailor named Lucian, as he embarks on a journey to the moon, encounters bizarre creatures, and participates in a war between the inhabitants of the sun and the moon. Along the way, Lucian and his companions encounter a variety of fantastical creatures and situations, including giant sea monsters, talking trees, and a battle between armies of giant snails and giant ants. The book is known for its clever use of satire and humor to poke fun at the conventions of traditional storytelling and the credulity of its readers. Lucian's True History remains a classic work of ancient literature and a testament to the enduring power of satire and parody.Illustrated By William Strang, J. B. Clark And Aubrey Beardsley.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.
