Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Eros and Psyche by Apuleius is a classic tale of love, jealousy, and redemption. It follows the story of Psyche, a beautiful princess who is so stunning that people begin to worship her instead of the goddess Aphrodite. Angered by this, Aphrodite sends her son Eros (Cupid) to make Psyche fall in love with a hideous monster. However, Eros himself falls in love with Psyche and decides to help her instead. The story takes the reader on a journey through Psyche's trials and tribulations as she tries to win back Eros' love and prove her worthiness to the gods. She must complete a series of impossible tasks, including sorting a huge pile of mixed grains and retrieving golden wool from dangerous sheep. Along the way, she is aided by a mysterious voice that gives her guidance and advice. The Story of Eros and Psyche is a timeless tale that has captured the hearts and imaginations of readers for centuries. It is a story of perseverance, sacrifice, and the power of true love. Apuleius' writing is vivid and engaging, transporting the reader to a world of gods and goddesses, mythical creatures, and epic adventures. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves classic literature, romance, or mythology.Found within this work is the Story of Eros and Psyche from Apuleius and the first book of the Iliad of Homer. Apuleius was a Roman citizen born around 130 A.D. He inherited a large sum of money from his father, and after traveling extensively, he settled down to a literary life at Carthage where he was held in great honor. He is said to have been initiated in the mysteries of various religious fraternities.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.