Lucian's True History by of Samosata Lucian

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Author Lucian, of Samosata, 120-180
Author of introduction, etc. Whibley, Charles, 1859-1930
Illustrator Beardsley, Aubrey, 1872-1898
Illustrator Clark, Joseph Benwell, 1857-1938
Illustrator Strang, William, 1859-1921
Translator Hickes, Francis, 1566-1631
LoC No. 13007987
Title Lucian's True History
Credits Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive)
Summary "Lucian's True History" by Samosata Lucian is a satirical work of fictional travel literature written in the 2nd century AD. It presents a fantastical narrative where the protagonist embarks on absurd adventures filled with bizarre creatures and exaggerated events, poking fun at mythological tales and historical accounts. The book serves as a clever parody of the grand narratives of exploration and the absurdity inherent in exaggerated tales. At the start of the tale, Lucian sets the tone by discussing the art of lying in literature, suggesting that the truth is often less fantastical than the lies found in great literary works of the past. He embarks on a sea voyage, initially driven by curiosity and a desire for novelty, only to encounter a series of fantastical events, including a river of wine, giant vines that are part-woman, and a massive whale that swallows him and his crew. These absurd experiences lead him to fantastic realms populated by eccentric characters, absurd nationalities, and bizarre cultures, creating a rich tapestry of parody and critique of both literary traditions and human folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Voyages, Imaginary -- Early works to 1800
Subject Satire, Greek -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 45858
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Most Recently Updated Apr 4, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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