Selections From Ovid's Metamorphoses (1899) - Paperback

Selections From Ovid�������s Metamorphoses (1899) is a collection of stories from the epic poem Metamorphoses by the ancient Roman poet Ovid. The book includes a selection of the most famous and influential tales from the poem, which explores the theme of transformation and change. The stories range from the creation of the world to the fall of Troy, and feature gods, heroes, and mortals who undergo metamorphoses in response to their desires, passions, and actions. Some of the most famous stories in the book include the tales of Narcissus, Pygmalion, and Orpheus and Eurydice. The book is a classic of Western literature and has been widely read and studied for centuries. This edition, published in 1899, includes an introduction by the translator, a glossary of terms, and explanatory notes to help readers understand the context and meaning of the stories.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.