The Metamorphoses Of Publius Ovidius Naso (1871)

The Metamorphoses Of Publius Ovidius Naso (1871)

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The Metamorphoses Of Publius Ovidius Naso is a classic work of literature by the Roman poet Ovid. Originally written in Latin, this book has been translated into English and is widely regarded as one of the most important works of Western literature. The book is a collection of mythological stories that explore the themes of transformation and change, with each story featuring a character who undergoes a metamorphosis of some kind. These stories include the tales of Narcissus, Pyramus and Thisbe, and Orpheus and Eurydice, among many others. The book is divided into 15 books, each containing a number of stories that are interconnected in some way. The stories are told in a poetic and lyrical style, with vivid descriptions of the characters and their surroundings. The Metamorphoses Of Publius Ovidius Naso is a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781104918521
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 584
Weight: 843g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 30mm