Publisher's Synopsis
The Argonautica of Gaius Valerius Flaccus Balbus, Book 1 is a classical epic poem written by the Roman poet Gaius Valerius Flaccus. The book is a retelling of the Greek myth of Jason and the Argonauts, who set out on a quest to find the Golden Fleece. The poem is divided into 1,200 lines and is written in Latin. It was first published in 1916 and has since become a classic of Roman literature. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the heroes, their journeys, and the obstacles they face along the way. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature, mythology, or epic poetry.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.
