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Stanley Lombardo's translation of Ovid's Metamorphoses revitalizes this classic, presenting it as a cohesive work of art rather than just a collection of myths. Lombardo captures the poem's diverse emotions, from brutality to tenderness, with a dynamic and engaging style. The edition features an insightful introduction by W. R. Johnson, which explores key themes and the poet's masterful techniques. Additional resources such as an analytical table of contents, a catalog of transformations, and a glossary enhance the reader's experience.
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- Title
- Metamorphoses
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Publius Ovidius Naso
- Publisher
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
- Released
- 2010
- Pages
- 538
- ISBN13
- 9781603843089
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Philosophical Topics, Mythology, Gifts for men, Ancient History, Revenge, Rome, Roma, Gypsies, Jealousy, Sagas, Transformation, Gods, Epics, Ancient Rome, Latin, Ancient Literature, Creation, Roman Literature, Virtues, Roman Mythology, Ovid
- Original title
- Metamorphoses
- Rating
- 4.05 out of 5
- Description
- Stanley Lombardo's translation of Ovid's Metamorphoses revitalizes this classic, presenting it as a cohesive work of art rather than just a collection of myths. Lombardo captures the poem's diverse emotions, from brutality to tenderness, with a dynamic and engaging style. The edition features an insightful introduction by W. R. Johnson, which explores key themes and the poet's masterful techniques. Additional resources such as an analytical table of contents, a catalog of transformations, and a glossary enhance the reader's experience.