
The Golden Ass
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In The Golden Ass, Lucian is on a business trip to Greece when he finds himself accidentally transformed into a donkey. He narrates his provincial odyssey in a world where old gods rule, Fortune is fickle, and Thessalian witches are puissant.
Apuleius was a second-century speaker and writer born in present-day Algeria. He traveled extensively, studied philosophy, was initiated into mystery cults, and became a priest. He was also tried for witchcraft.
Translated by Adlington in 1566 during the "golden age of translation," this version was read by Shakespeare and influenced his work. This is the only complete Latin novel from antiquity that has survived to the present day, and has been called "a beginning of modern literature."
Perfect for readers who love myth-infused adventures and transformative journeys.
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