The Argonautica (Ancient Literature Classic) (eBook)

Apollonius Rhodius (Autor)

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2020
138 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-406639259-8 (EAN)

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Apollonius Rhodius' The Argonautica is a timeless ancient literature classic that recounts the heroic journey of Jason and the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece. Written in the Hellenistic period, this epic poem combines elements of myth, adventure, and love, making it a compelling read for scholars and enthusiasts of Greek mythology. The poetic language used by Rhodius captures the essence of the ancient world and immerses the reader in the epic quests and trials faced by the legendary heroes. The Argonautica is not only a gripping tale but also a reflection of the cultural and historical context of its time, shedding light on the values and beliefs of the ancient Greeks.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.12.2020
• Übersetzer: R. C. Seaton
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie ► Esoterik / Spiritualität
• Schlagworte: Aeneid • Alexander the Great • Alexandria influence • celtic tales • Colchian princess • Cultural adventure • epic poem • Geographical exploration • Golden Fleece quest • Greek epic • Hellenistic literature • Mythological heroics • Mythology • Mythos • tears of the silenced • The Black Death • The Darkening Age • the odyssey • The Vine Witch • Wicca Book of Spells