The Satyricon — Volume 04 : Escape by Sea by Petronius Arbiter

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Author Petronius Arbiter, 20-66
Translator Firebaugh, W. C.
Title The Satyricon — Volume 04 : Escape by Sea
Note Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Satyricon — Volume 04: Escape by Sea" by Petronius Arbiter is a novel composed in the 1st century AD, during the time of the Roman Empire. This unique work is considered one of the earliest examples of a prose narrative and portrays the life involving a mix of humor, satire, and an often cynical commentary on society. The central topic revolves around a group of characters, particularly focusing on their escapades, misadventures, and themes of love, friendship, and deception during a voyage by sea. In this volume, the story follows the characters Encolpius, Giton, and Eumolpus as they embark on a precarious journey at sea, attempting to escape various threats from perusing foes. As they navigate their circumstances, they encounter unexpected complications, including relationships with Tryphaena and Lycas, which lead to tension and conflict. The narrative is imbued with themes of identity, survival, and the often farcical nature of human desire. The dynamics among the protagonist and supporting characters provide insight into societal norms and the often absurd lengths people go to for love and acceptance in a world rife with conniving motives and misunderstandings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Rome -- Fiction
Subject Satire, Latin -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 5221
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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