"The Golden Asse of Lucius Apuleius C1925" refers to a 1925 edition of the ancient Roman novel The Golden Asse, by Lucius Apuleius, which recounts the story of a man transformed into a donkey who eventually returns to human form with the help of the goddess Isis. This specific edition likely features a particular translation or commentary and was reprinted in 1925.
Key Information
Author: Lucius Apuleius
Work: The Metamorphoses (also known as The Golden Asse or The Golden Donkey)
Date: The publication date provided is 1925.
Significance: It is the only Ancient Roman novel to survive in its entirety and contains the popular fairy tale "Cupid and Psyche".
Content and Theme
Protagonist: Lucius, a man who seeks magic and is accidentally turned into a donkey.
Adventures: Lucius experiences a journey filled with trials and in-set tales as an ass.
Salvation: His salvation comes through the goddess Isis, a theme that has led to religious and moral interpretations of the novel.
The 1925 Edition
Reprint: The 1925 date indicates this was a reprinting of an earlier edition.
Illustrations: Some editions from this period include illustrations and frontispieces, as noted in references to works from the 1920s.
Cultural Impact
The Golden Asse has influenced later writers and served as a source for understanding ancient culture and entertainment.