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Metamorphoses (Howard Version)

Metamorphoses (Howard Version)

By: Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso
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Summary
 Experience the vivid transformation of myth and legend in this masterful translation of Ovids classic Roman text, rendered into compelling English blank verse. From the dawn of creation to the complexities of Ovids own time, this epic poem weaves a tapestry of extraordinary tales filled with striking imagery—battles, brawls, visceral injuries, themes of power and abuse, as well as the enduring strength of love, loyalty, and the breathtaking beauty of nature. Amidst the relentless changes of form and fate, these stories reflect the timeless struggle of humanity, making Ovid a profound influence on the works of Shakespeare and beyond. - Summary by Peter TuckerCopyright Family and Culture Art Literary History & Criticism
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