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Luciani Samosatensis Opera V1 is a book that was published in 1878 and written by Lucian of Samosata, a Greek satirist and rhetorician who lived in the 2nd century AD. The book is a collection of Lucian's works, including his most famous satirical pieces, such as ""The True History"" and ""Dialogues of the Dead"". These works are known for their witty and irreverent tone, and for their commentary on the social and political issues of the time. The book is written in Latin, and includes notes and commentary by the editor, C. Jacobitz. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of ancient Greek literature, as well as anyone interested in the history of satire and rhetoric.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.

Lucian's Wonderland is a classic work of literature written by the ancient Greek satirist Lucian in the second century AD. This book is a collection of satirical essays that explore various themes such as philosophy, religion, politics, and society. The book is divided into three parts. The first part consists of a series of dialogues between Lucian and various philosophers, including Socrates, Diogenes, and Epicurus. These dialogues satirize the philosophical traditions of ancient Greece and poke fun at the pretensions of philosophers.The second part of the book is a series of satirical stories that parody the myths and legends of ancient Greece. These stories include the tale of Zeus and his many wives, the story of the Trojan War, and the adventures of Odysseus.The third and final part of the book is a series of satirical essays on various topics, including religion, politics, and society. These essays criticize the hypocrisy and corruption of the ruling class, the foolishness of religious beliefs, and the absurdity of social conventions.Overall, Lucian's Wonderland is a witty and irreverent work of satire that offers a unique perspective on the culture and society of ancient Greece. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature and the history of satire.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.

Lucian, born in Syria in the second century C.E., came to Greece at an early age and mastered its language and literature. He took up law, left it for public speaking, then turned to full-time writing, producing the wide range of subject matter and literary form which is represented in this collection.A master of the vivid scene, Lucian used his pungent style to ridicule the tyrants, prophets, waning gods, and hypocrite philosophers of his own day and the centuries preceding him. His most typical genre is a parody of a Platonic dialogue, but he also excelled in straight narrative, as in the elaborate spoof "A True Story" and the old folk tale outrageously retold, "Lucius, the Ass." His skeptical mind and imaginative irony have influenced generations of artists and writers, and now in Professor Casson's new translations can be freshly enjoyed today.

Though Revelation was written primarily to first century Christians, its message is not limited to the first century. For example, the writer of Hebrews exhorted first century Christians to be faithful by reviewing great heroes of faith who lived during the Old Testament times. In a similar way, Revelation gives hope to Christians who are being persecuted by reminding them of God's victories over great kingdoms in the past. These victories also should encourage those that will suffer similar persecutions in the future.

Lucius, or the Ass, a satirical novel charting the adventures of a young man who has been transformed into a donkey, is usually attributed to Lucian and is thought to be a source of Apuleius's Golden Ass.

Lucian (c. 120-190 CE), apprentice sculptor then travelling rhetorician, settled in Athens and developed an original brand of satire. Notable for the Attic purity and elegance of his Greek and for literary versatility, he is famous chiefly for the lively, cynical wit of the dialogues in which he satirizes human folly, superstition, and hypocrisy.

Lucian (c. 120-190 CE), apprentice sculptor then travelling rhetorician, settled in Athens and developed an original brand of satire. Notable for the Attic purity and elegance of his Greek and for literary versatility, he is famous chiefly for the lively, cynical wit of the dialogues in which he satirizes human folly, superstition, and hypocrisy.

Lucian (c. 120-190 CE), apprentice sculptor then travelling rhetorician, settled in Athens and developed an original brand of satire. Notable for the Attic purity and elegance of his Greek and for literary versatility, he is famous chiefly for the lively, cynical wit of the dialogues in which he satirizes human folly, superstition, and hypocrisy.

Lucian (c. 120-190 CE), apprentice sculptor then travelling rhetorician, settled in Athens and developed an original brand of satire. Notable for the Attic purity and elegance of his Greek and for literary versatility, he is famous chiefly for the lively, cynical wit of the dialogues in which he satirizes human folly, superstition, and hypocrisy.

Originally published in 1904, as the second edition of an 1892 original, this book contains the Greek text of two of Lucian's satirical dialogues, Menippus and Timon. The works are prefaced with an introduction to Lucian's life and style, as well as a thorough commentary on the passages and a vocabulary list.

Lucian lived in the second century AD and though his mother tongue was probably Aramaic he was famous for his witty satire and polished Greek. The aim of this selection is to produce a representative coverage of some of Lucians best work, particularly those pieces not available in recent editions or translations.

The Greek satirist Lucian was a brilliantly entertaining writer who invented the comic dialogue as a vehicle for satiric comment. This lively new translation is both accurate and idiomatic, and the introduction highlights Lucian's importance in his own and later times.

Although Lucian is one of the most brilliant and wide-ranging writers from antiquity, there are few commentaries for those who wish to read him in his original Greek. This edition includes both more and less well-known works, with full commentaries on each text preceded by literary appraisals.

Described by a later Greek historian as "e;a man seriously committed to raising a laugh"e;, Lucian exulted in the exposure of absurdity and the puncturing of pretension, and was capable of finding a comic angle on almost any subject. In this selection we see him conversing with his literary enemies, railing against hypocrisy and the vanity of human wealth and power, and taking a wry look at the power of lust and the unsatisfactory nature of deviant sexual practices.