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The theme of transformation through love permeates this influential epic poem, which is structured into fifteen interconnected tales. Ovid begins with the creation of the world and employs sharp wit to narrate well-known Greek and Roman myths, including the stories of Daedalus and Icarus, Pygmalion, and the Trojan War. The work intricately explores the metamorphosis of humans into extraordinary beings, showcasing Ovid's dramatic and playful style. Its lasting impact on literature and art is evident, influencing figures like Shakespeare and Titian.
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- Title
- The Metamorphoses
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Publius Ovidius Naso
- Publisher
- Digireads.com
- Released
- 2021
- Pages
- 498
- ISBN13
- 9781420975659
- 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
- The theme of transformation through love permeates this influential epic poem, which is structured into fifteen interconnected tales. Ovid begins with the creation of the world and employs sharp wit to narrate well-known Greek and Roman myths, including the stories of Daedalus and Icarus, Pygmalion, and the Trojan War. The work intricately explores the metamorphosis of humans into extraordinary beings, showcasing Ovid's dramatic and playful style. Its lasting impact on literature and art is evident, influencing figures like Shakespeare and Titian.