Publisher's Synopsis
The Argonautica of Apollonius Rhodius is a book written by R. Merkel in 1889. It is a translation of the Greek epic poem, Argonautica, which tells the story of Jason and the Argonauts and their quest for the Golden Fleece. The poem was written in the 3rd century BC and is considered one of the greatest works of Hellenistic literature. Merkel's translation aims to capture the beauty and complexity of the original text, while also making it accessible to modern readers. The book includes detailed notes and commentary to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the poem. Overall, The Argonautica of Apollonius Rhodius is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature and mythology.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.