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The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony (Vintage International)
The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony - Vintage International
Author: Roberto Calasso
Presenting the stories of Zeus and Europa, Theseus and Ariadne, the birth of Athens and the fall of Troy, in all their variants, Calasso also uncovers the distant origins of secrets and tragedy, virginity, and rape. "A perfect work like no other. (Calasso) has re-created . . . the morning of our world."--Gore Vidal. 15 engravings.
ISBN-13: 9780679733485
ISBN-10: 0679733485
Publication Date: 2/8/1994
Pages: 416
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Publisher: Vintage
Book Type: Paperback
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This is no mere retelling of Greek mythology, but a work of art in its own right. After reading Calasso's book for the first time, I felt that I was viewing the world through new eyes.
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The origins of the Gods and Goddesses. Any lover of mythology will adore this book!


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