Overview
's Metamorphosis is a classic work of literature that has been translated into English and mythologized. The book is a collection of stories that explore the theme of transformation, featuring gods, goddesses, and mortals who undergo a variety of changes. These stories are presented in a variety of formats, including poetry and prose, and are accompanied by illustrations that help to bring the characters and settings to life. The book is a fascinating exploration of ancient mythology and the human experience, and is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.1632. In this translation, it was attempted to collect out of sundry authors the philosophical sense of these fables of Ovid, if they may be called his, when most of them are more antient than any extant author, or perhaps them letters themselves; before which, as they expressed their conceptions in hieroglyphics, so did they their philosophy and dimity under fables and parables, a way not untrod by the sacred penmen, as by the prudent lawgivers in their reducing of the Old World to civility, leaving behind a deeper impression than can be made by the precepts of philosophy. Written in Old English.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781161398588
- ISBN-10: 1161398589
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: May 2010
- Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 1.25 inches
- Shipping Weight: 3.52 pounds
- Page Count: 570
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