Six Books Of Metamorphoseos: In Which Been Contained The Fables Of Ovid (1819) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165690367)

The Six Books of Metamorphoseos, also known as The Metamorphoses, is a collection of fables written by the ancient Roman poet Ovid. This book, published in 1819, contains all six books of the Metamorphoses, which are a series of mythological tales that explore themes such as love, transformation, and the power of the gods. The stories in this book cover a wide range of topics, from the creation of the world to the adventures of heroes and gods. Some of the most famous tales include the story of Narcissus and Echo, the tale of Orpheus and Eurydice, and the story of Pygmalion and Galatea. Throughout the book, Ovid weaves together a tapestry of myths and legends that continue to captivate readers today. This edition of the Six Books of Metamorphoseos is a classic work of literature that offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of ancient Rome.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.

Author: Ovid
ISBN-10: 1165690365
ISBN-13: 9781165690367
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 362
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.79lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.75d