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Orpheus And The Sirens: A Drama In Lyrics (1882)

Orpheus And The Sirens: A Drama In Lyrics (1882)

Vaughan, Virginia

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ISBN10: 116468440X
ISBN13: 9781164684404
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 250
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Orpheus and the Sirens: A Drama in Lyrics is a book written by Virginia Vaughan and first published in 1882. The book is a poetic retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus, the legendary musician and poet who goes on a quest to rescue his wife Eurydice from the underworld. In this version, Orpheus must also contend with the seductive and dangerous sirens who try to lure him away from his mission. The book is written in the form of a dramatic poem, with each character speaking in verse. The language is rich and evocative, with vivid descriptions of the natural world and the emotions of the characters. The themes of love, loss, and the power of music are explored in depth throughout the book. Overall, Orpheus and the Sirens is a beautifully written and engaging retelling of a classic myth. It will appeal to readers who enjoy poetry, mythology, and stories of epic quests and heroic deeds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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