The Transformations of Lucius Otherwise Known As The Golden Ass

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Apuleius, Lucius; Robert Graves [trans.]; Michael Grant [intro.]

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ISBN 10: 0140445242 ISBN 13: 9780140445244

Published by Penguin Books, London, 1990

Language: English

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Title

The Transformations of Lucius Otherwise Known As The Golden Ass

Publisher

Penguin Books, London

Publication Date

1990

Language

English

ISBN 10

0140445242

ISBN 13

9780140445244

Binding

Paperback

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The Golden Ass is a classic book filled with adventure, suspense, and humor. The story follows the misadventures of Lucius, an innovative young nobleman who travels to the Greek town of Hypata, well known for its witches.He is changed into a donkey and is constantly frustrated in his attempt to procure the remedy to his assness.

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Lucius Apuleius (2nd Century AD) was a North African fubulist who Latinized the Greek myths and legends. He travelled widely, visiting Italy and Asia, where he was initiated into numerous religious mysteries. He drew on the knowledge he gained about the priestly fraternities to write the Golden Ass, which Cupid and Psyche is extracted from.

E.J. Kenney is Emeritus Kennedy Professor of Latin in the University of Cambridge. His publications include a critical edition of Ovid's amatory works. He is a Fellow of the British Academy.

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