The Argonautics Of Apollonius Rhodius V3-4: With Notes And Observations, Critical, Historical, And Explanatory (1811)

Rhodius is a two-volume work that presents a critical and historical analysis of the ancient Greek epic poem, The Argonautica. Written by Apollonius Rhodius in the 3rd century BCE, The Argonautica tells the story of Jason and the Argonauts as they embark on a perilous journey to retrieve the Golden Fleece. The first volume of this edition includes a detailed introduction to the poem and its historical context, as well as a critical analysis of its language, style, and themes. The second volume contains the full text of The Argonautica, accompanied by extensive notes and annotations that provide additional context and explanation for readers.Throughout the book, the author offers a wealth of insights into the poem's literary and historical significance, drawing on a range of sources from ancient Greek mythology and literature to modern scholarship. This edition is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient Greek literature and culture, and is a must-read for scholars and students alike.In Four Volumes. 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.