Isbn: 9781334211607 - Stories from Ovid's Metamorphoses (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a series of tales from Ovid's Metamorphoses, a significant work of Roman literature composed in the first century AD. Ovid's extensive work retells myths and legends, exploring themes of transformation, love, loss, and human nature. This selection focuses on four tales in particular: "Perseus and Andromeda," "Pyramus and Thisbe," "Cephalus and Procris," and "The Passing of Hercules." The author examines the literary and historical significance of the Metamorphoses and its impact on Western literature. The tales are analysed and discussed in detail, with attention to their literary devices, character development, and the author's treatment of universal themes. The book places Ovid's work within ancient Roman culture, highlighting its contribution to mythology, storytelling, and the exploration of the human condition. The book is suitable for readers with an interest in classical mythology and literature. The author's engaging analysis and accessible writing style make this book an ideal companion for understanding Ovid's Metamorphoses and appreciating its enduring literary and cultural value. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…