Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Daphnis and Chloe: A Greek Pastoral by Longus is a classic tale of love and adventure set in ancient Greece. Longus, a Greek author from the 2nd century AD, tells the story of two young shepherds, Daphnis and Chloe, who fall in love but are separated by a series of trials and tribulations. The novel is set in the idyllic countryside of Greece, where Daphnis and Chloe grow up and learn about the world around them. The story is filled with pastoral imagery and descriptions of nature, as well as elements of ancient Greek mythology and religion. As Daphnis and Chloe navigate their way through their challenges, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including pirates, bandits, and a wise old shepherd who helps guide them on their journey. The Story of Daphnis and Chloe is a timeless tale of love and adventure that has captured the hearts of readers for centuries. This edition, translated by George Thornley and published in 1908, is a faithful rendition of the original Greek text, complete with detailed footnotes and annotations for modern readers.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.
