Daphne and Apollo. Echo and Narcissus. Daedalus and Icarus. Metamorphoses speaks to us today more than ever for its portrayal of power dynamics, shifting identity, and a world constantly under threat.Now, this bold, free-verse translation releases the riverine flow of Ovid's poetry. Contemporary language and undulating composition propel readers from one unforgettable story to the next. In pairing a creative writer with a scholar, this translation is at once free-spirited and close...

The first translation of Ovid’s epic poem by two women—Pulitzer Prize–winning novelist Jhumpa Lahiri and Classicist Yelena Baraz—brings innovative energy and striking vision to one of the greatest literary works of all timeDaphne and Apollo. Echo and Narcissus. Daedalus and Icarus. These are among the foundational Greco-Roman myths, driven by themes of transformation, that come to life most famously in Ovid's Metamorphoses. A cultural touchstone since its ...

"Metamorphoses" is a narrative poem written by the ancient Roman poet Ovid, completed in AD 8. The work is a collection of myths and legends from Greek and Roman mythology, told in a chronological sequence from the creation of the world to the deification of Julius Caesar.The title "Metamorphoses" refers to the central theme of the work, which is transformation. Ovid's poems explore the ways in which gods and mortals can transform into different beings, objects, or natural phenomena. The p...

A Roman poet known to the English-speaking world as Ovid, wrote on topics of love, abandoned women, and mythological transformations. Ranked alongside Virgil and Horace as one of the three canonical poets of Latin literature, Ovid was generally considered the greatest master of the elegiac couplet. His poetry, much imitated during Late Antiquity and the Middle Ages, had a decisive influence on European art and literature for centuries.The Imperial scholar Quintilian considered him t...

Lieutenant Sam Johnson sat listening intently as the police psychologist spoke. "I'm afraid we're dealing with another sex crime. There's no question about it—think of how the bodies were mutilated. Also this killer will strike without reason or motive, and he will strike again and again until his morbid sexual desires are satisfied."Lieutenant Johnson, the most experienced detective on the force, leaned forward. "And I'll tell you something, Doctor," he said. "We know this is man i...

Sex. It’s a difficult subject. Full of taboos and embarrassment, subject to boundaries and yet hidden from view in our homes. Well, mostly.This very intimate act in modern times has taken on a transparency as it is widely discussed at dinner tables and public forums, and information on every kink and foible is easily obtainable and exchangeable in the 24/7 online universe.But in more classic times writing verse on Sex was both easier and yet more difficult. Easier as the li...

"The Love Books" are a series of poems written by the ancient Roman poet Ovid in the 1st century AD. The poems are part of a larger work called "The Art of Love," which provides advice and guidance on the subject of love and relationships.The Love Books are divided into three volumes, with each volume focusing on a different aspect of love. The first volume deals with the art of seduction, providing tips and strategies for attracting a lover. The second volume focuses on maintaining a rela...

There is something about the number 3.The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and ...

Discover the timeless tales of transformation and myth in Ovid's "The Metamorphoses," a masterwork that weaves together over 250 stories from ancient Rome, capturing the enduring power of change and the human condition. This epic poem, composed around 8 CE, is a cornerstone of classical literature, blending myth, history, and poetry to explore themes of love, punishment, and divine intervention. Through vivid storytelling and poetic brilliance, Ovid guides readers through a universe where ...

In Ovid's "Metamorphoses," we encounter a masterful tapestry of mythological tales intricately woven into a single narrative that explores transformation in its myriad forms. Comprising fifteen books, this epic poem transcends mere storytelling, employing a rich blend of elegiac couplets and vivid imagery to illustrate the fluidity of identity and the omnipresence of change. Each transformation'Äîfrom the tragic metamorphosis of Daphne into laurel and Narcissus'Äô self-obsession to the fan...

In Ovid's "Metamorphoses," we encounter a masterful tapestry of mythological tales intricately woven into a single narrative that explores transformation in its myriad forms. Comprising fifteen books, this epic poem transcends mere storytelling, employing a rich blend of elegiac couplets and vivid imagery to illustrate the fluidity of identity and the omnipresence of change. Each transformation'Äîfrom the tragic metamorphosis of Daphne into laurel and Narcissus'Äô self-obsession to the fan...

Ovid's "Metamorphoses" is a masterful narrative poem, intricately weaving together over 250 mythological tales that explore themes of transformation and change. Composed in elegiac couplets, the work reflects a fluid style that mirrors the very transformations it narrates, employing vivid imagery and rich characterization to breathe life into both divine and mortal characters. Largely set against the backdrop of Greco-Roman mythology, Ovid encapsulates the philosophical underpinnings of hi...