The Argonautica by Rhodius Apollonius

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Author Apollonius, Rhodius
Translator Seaton, R. C. (Robert Cooper), 1853-1915
Title The Argonautica
Credits Produced by Ted Garvin, Aaron A. Reed and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Summary "The Argonautica" by Apollonius Rhodius is an epic poem that dates back to the 3rd century BC. This classic work recounts the legendary voyage of Jason and the Argonauts as they embark on a perilous quest to retrieve the Golden Fleece, encountering numerous challenges, mythical creatures, and moments of romance along the way. The opening of this ancient epic establishes the backdrop of the journey, beginning with the invocation of the god Phoebus and the fate of King Pelias, who seeks Jason’s downfall. It introduces us to Jason, who is destined to sail the Argo with a band of heroes that includes notable figures like Heracles, Orpheus, and many others. The text details their preparations, emotional farewells, and the initial stages of their voyage, providing insight into the camaraderie and ambitions of these ancient heroes as well as forecasts of the trials ahead. The introduction deepens the reader's awareness of the motivations behind the quest while foreshadowing personal and external conflicts that will arise throughout the journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Argonauts (Greek mythology)
Subject Jason -- (Mythological character)
Subject Medea, consort of Aegeus, King of Athens (Mythological character)
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EBook-No. 13977
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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