1822, 1st Ed, Metamorphosis or Golden Ass and Philosophical Works, Thomas Taylor
$ 158.4
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1822, 1st Ed, Metamorphosis or Golden Ass and Philosophical Works, Thomas Taylor. A landmark of classical literature, mythology, and ancient fiction, the novel follows Lucius, whose curiosity about magic and witchcraft leads to his transformation into an ass and to a series of comic, erotic, supernatural, and religious adventures, culminating in his initiation into the mysteries of Isis. The Metamorphosis, or Golden Ass, and Philosophical Works, of Apuleius Author: Apuleius; Translated by Thomas Taylor Title: The Metamorphosis, or Golden Ass, and Philosophical Works, of Apuleius Publication: London: Robert Triphook and Thomas Rodd, 1822 Edition: First Edition Thus. First Thomas Taylor translation Description: Octavo, xxiv, 400 pages, rebound in red buckram with gilt-lettered spine label and new endpapers. This copy is without the final “Passages Suppressed” leaves, if called for. Thomas Taylor’s 1822 translation of The Metamorphosis; or, Golden Ass, and Philosophical Works, of Apuleius is an important English edition of Apuleius’s celebrated ancient Roman novel, better known as The Golden Ass, here presented together with his philosophical writings. A landmark of classical literature, mythology, and ancient fiction, the novel follows Lucius, whose curiosity about magic and witchcraft leads to his transformation into an ass and to a series of comic, erotic, supernatural, and religious adventures, culminating in his initiation into the mysteries of Isis. The work is especially famous for the embedded tale of Cupid and Psyche, one of the most influential mythological narratives from antiquity. This edition is particularly appealing to collectors of Thomas Taylor, Greek and Roman classics, Platonic and Neoplatonic philosophy, ancient religion, occult literature, esotericism, pagan mythology, demonology, magic, mystery cults, and early nineteenth-century English translations of classical texts. Some slight rubbing and wear, one page with a small closed tear, minor discoloration, else in very good condition. Seller ID: 339 Subject: Fiction & Literature, First Editions, Folklore & Mythology, Occult, Philosophy West Chester Books We are an online only, generalist rare and antiquarian bookstore located in historic West Chester, Pennsylvania. We carry thousands of books on various subjects. Terms All orders ship within one business day. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described, or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
