| Author |
Lucian, of Samosata, 120-180 |
| Translator |
Fowler, F. G. (Francis George), 1870-1918 |
| Translator |
Fowler, H. W. (Henry Watson), 1858-1933 |
| Title |
The Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Beth Constantine, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01" by Lucian of Samosata is a collection of satirical dialogues and writings from the early 2nd century A.D. The volume showcases Lucian's wit and critiques of society, philosophy, and religion, positioning him as a significant figure in the realm of ancient literature. Central to the book are themes of cultural reflection, the absurdities of human behavior, and the contrast between perceived wisdom and true enlightenment, with an emphasis on Lucian's own experiences and observations. The opening portion of the volume begins with a preface discussing the nature of the collection, followed by an introduction that outlines Lucian's life, literary influences, and the socio-political environment of his time. It sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Lucian's works, indicating his shift from traditional rhetoric to a more philosophical dialogue format. The piece titled "The Vision," an autobiographical narrative, describes Lucian’s youthful decision between pursuing a life of labor as a sculptor or dedicating himself to the pursuit of culture and knowledge. This vision serves as a metaphor for the struggles of choosing intellect over mere craft, encapsulating Lucian's overarching message about the value of education and the quest for higher ideals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Lucian, of Samosata -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6327 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 8, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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