Isbn: 9780243410262 - the garland of flowers: composed of cupid and psyche, from the golden ass of apuleius, and of odes, chiefly from the norse tongue (classic reprint) (4 résultats)

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

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

Etat : Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book translates the fourth, fifth, and sixth books of The Golden Ass by Apuleius, a Roman Platonist writer. These books tell the story of Cupid and Psyche, a perilous love affair between a mortal woman and the god of love. The author analyzes the work's allegorical meaning, discussing themes of trials, tribulations, and the ultimate union of the soul with divine love. The book also explores the novel's historical and literary context, examining the influence of Greek mythology, mystery religions, and the author's own philosophical beliefs. The complex and enduring themes of this book make it a valuable resource for classicists, scholars of mythology, and anyone interested in the complexities of human nature. 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.…