Apuleius was a Latin-language prose writer whose life unfolded under the Roman Empire. Of Berber origin, he was deeply immersed in Platonist philosophy, traveled extensively, and was initiated into various mystery cults. His most famous moment involved a witty and brilliant defense he delivered before a proconsul and magistrates, where he faced accusations of using magic to win the affections and wealth of a rich widow. His writing is characterized by its intellectual depth and lively narrative, reflecting a mind shaped by diverse experiences and philosophical inquiry.
Apuleius (born ca. 125 AD), one of the great stylists of Latin literature, was a prominent figure in Roman Africa best known for his picaresque novel Metamorphoses or The Golden Ass. This edition, new to the Loeb Classical Library, contains Apuleius' other surviving works that are considered genuine.
Peter Singer has breathed new life into Apuleius's The Golden Ass-a hilarious, bawdy tale and one of the earliest novels-accentuating its remarkable empathy for animals.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections such as marks or flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by providing an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original text.
Is Cupid and Psyche a romance, a folktale, a Platonic allegory of the nature of the soul, a Jungian tale of individuation, or an archetypal dream? This book provides a translation of this best known section of Apuleius' Golden Ass.
This edition, the first with a full commentary in English to appear for eighty years, comprises a Latin text with facing translation, an introduction and a commentary.
A classic tale of love and adventure from ancient Rome. Cupid, the god of love, falls in love with the beautiful Psyche and marries her in secret. But when Psyche is discovered by jealous rivals, she is forced to undertake a series of impossible tasks to prove her worth and win back her husband's love.