Golden Fleece: A Heroi-Comic Poem (1869)

The Golden Fleece: A Heroi-Comic Poem is a literary work written by Il Errante and published in 1869. The book is a blend of epic poetry and comedy, narrating the ancient Greek myth of Jason and the Argonauts who embark on a perilous journey to retrieve the Golden Fleece, a symbol of kingship and prosperity. The poem is divided into twelve cantos, each consisting of rhymed couplets and written in a grandiose, elevated style. The story follows Jason and his band of heroes as they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including battles with mythical creatures, treacherous gods, and rival factions. The tone of the poem is light-hearted and satirical, with the author often poking fun at the characters and their actions. The heroes are portrayed as flawed and imperfect, prone to bickering and making mistakes. The gods are depicted as capricious and fickle, often meddling in the affairs of mortals for their own amusement. Despite its humorous tone, The Golden Fleece also explores deeper themes such as the nature of heroism, the search for identity, and the quest for knowledge. The poem is a unique and entertaining take on a classic myth, offering readers a fresh perspective on familiar characters and events.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.