| Author |
Lucian, of Samosata, 120-180 |
| Translator |
Kondylakes, Ioannes, 1861-1920 |
| Title |
Λουκιανός - Άπαντα, Τόμος Έκτος
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| Alternate Title |
Lucian - The Complete Works, Volume 6
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 99.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni, book provided by Iason Konstantinidis
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| Summary |
"Λουκιανός - Άπαντα, Τόμος Έκτος" by Samosata Lucian is a classical work that likely belongs to the genre of philosophical dialogues or literary satire, written in the early centuries AD. This volume is part of Lucian's broader oeuvre, which often critiques society, philosophy, and the cultural norms of his time through wit and humor. The likely topic revolves around discussions of art, beauty, and the nature of goodness, as explored through dialogues between characters in a stylistic and engaging manner. At the start of this collection, the conversation emphasizes the enchanting beauty of a woman who captivates the character Lykinos. Lykinos describes the woman's mesmerizing appearance and the profound effect she has on those around her, likening her to mythological figures known for their beauty. The dialogue unfolds as Lykinos shares his impressions with Polystratios, who presses for more details about the woman and contrasts physical beauty with inner virtues, stressing the greater significance of character and intellect. This opening sets a tone of philosophical exploration through lively and humorous exchanges, indicative of Lucian's style. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Greek |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Lucian, of Samosata -- Translations into Modern Greek
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
28606 |
| Release Date |
Apr 25, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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