Metamorphoses

Explore the enchanting world of Ovid's *Metamorphoses*, an epic collection of mythological tales woven together by themes of transformation and love. This exquisite clothbound edition, expertly designed by award-winning artist Coralie Bickford-Smith, combines luxury with literary brilliance. With its high-quality, tactile cloth cover and stunning foil stamping, this edition stands out not just as a reading experience but also as a collectible treasure. Delve into Ovid's witty and sensuous poetry as he narrates the creation of the world, intertwined with legendary figures such as Daedalus, Icarus, Pyramus, Thisbe, and Perseus. Each story intricately explores the metamorphosis of characters into extraordinary beings, showcasing the duality of desire and consequence. Perfect for lovers of classic literature, this remarkable work has inspired artists and writers throughout history, from Shakespeare to Picasso. Add this beautifully crafted edition of *Metamorphoses* to your collection, and relish in the timeless tales that have captivated readers for centuries. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping on your purchase! Note: Combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141394619
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 768


Description:
Ovid's deliciously clever and exuberant epic, now in a gorgeous new clothbound edition designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. These delectable and collectable editions are bound in high-quality, tactile cloth with foil stamped into the design.

Ovid's sensuous and witty poetry brings together a dazzling array of mythological tales, ingeniously linked by the idea of transformation - often as a result of love or lust - where men and women find themselves magically changed into new and sometimes extraordinary beings. Beginning with the creation of the world and ending with the deification of Augustus, Ovid interweaves many of the best-known myths and legends of Ancient Greece and Rome, including Daedalus and Icarus, Pyramus and Thisbe, Pygmalion, Perseus and Andromeda, and the fall of Troy. Erudite but light-hearted, dramatic yet playful, the Metamorphoses has influenced writers and artists throughout the centuries from Shakespeare and Titian to Picasso and Ted Hughes.

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