Orion, An Epic Poem

Orion, An Epic Poem: In Three Books is a literary work written by Richard Henry Horne in 1854. The book is an epic poem that tells the story of Orion, a mythical Greek hunter, and his journey through the cosmos. The poem is divided into three books, each of which explores a different aspect of Orion's life and adventures. The first book introduces Orion as a mortal hunter who becomes enamored with the goddess Artemis. The book follows Orion as he attempts to win her favor and become a god himself. The second book sees Orion transformed into a constellation by Zeus and placed in the sky alongside other famous constellations. The book explores Orion's new existence as a celestial being and his interactions with the other constellations. The final book of the poem delves into Orion's legacy and the impact he has on the world. It explores his influence on human culture and mythology, as well as his continued existence as a constellation in the night sky. Throughout the poem, Horne uses vivid language and imagery to bring Orion's story to life. He draws on classical mythology and literature to create a rich and engaging narrative that speaks to the human experience. Overall, Orion, An Epic Poem: In Three Books is a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers with its epic scope and imaginative storytelling.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.