Valerius Flaccus Book order

The first commentary in English on a book of this Flavian epic tailored to the needs of graduate and undergraduate students.

Set against a backdrop of tumultuous seas and mythical creatures, this narrative intertwines elements of Greek and Latin cultures, exploring themes of passion and desire. The story delves into the complexities of relationships as characters navigate their erotic encounters with fantastical beings, blending adventure with sensuality. With a unique fusion of mythology and contemporary themes, it promises an engaging exploration of love and lust in a vividly imagined world.

Valerius Flaccus flourished c. 70 90 BCE and composed an incomplete epic Argonautica in eight books, on the quest for the golden fleece. Valerius effectively rehandles the story already told by Apollonius Rhodius, recalls Virgilian language and thought, displays learning, and alludes to contemporary Rome.