The Death of Orpheus is a book written by Edouard Schure that tells the story of Orpheus, the legendary musician and poet of ancient Greece. The book is a retelling of the myth of Orpheus and his tragic end, as he journeys to the underworld to retrieve his beloved wife, Eurydice. Schure's version of the tale is a poetic and philosophical exploration of the themes of love, loss, and the power of music. His prose is lyrical and evocative, painting vivid pictures of the ancient world and the characters that inhabit it. Throughout the book, Schure draws on the symbolism and mythology of ancient Greece to explore deeper questions about the nature of human existence. He delves into the mysteries of life and death, the power of art to transcend the physical world, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness. Overall, The Death of Orpheus is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that offers a fresh perspective on one of the most enduring myths of Western culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, philosophy, or the power of storytelling.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Krishna and Orpheus: The Great Initiates of the East and West, by Edouard Schure. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595072.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.