Atalanta in Calydon
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"Atalanta in Caledonia" is a poem written by the outstanding English poet and playwright Algerne Charles Swinburne. This is a tragedy that recreates the ancient Greek myth about the mythical heroine Atalanta and her participation in a hunting expedition to the Caledonian Forest. The author successfully combined classical mythological motifs with his original poetic language, creating an impressive picture of people's struggle with evil and baseness.
The poem reveals the themes of honor, courage, jealousy and virtue, which become a test for each character. Heroic deeds, battles and contradictions are highlighted by the author's deep philosophical reflections on the nature of human destiny and internal contradictions.
"Atalanta in Caledonia" is not only an exciting poetic journey to the world of ancient Greek mythology, but also an excellent example of classical literature that will leave an unforgettable impression on readers of any age."
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- Name of the Author
- Algernon Charles Swinburne
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2005-03-16
- Title
- Atalanta in Calydon
- Subject
- Atalanta (Greek mythology) -- Drama
Meleager (Greek mythology) -- Drama
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"Atalanta in Caledonia" is a poem written by the outstanding English poet and playwright Algerne Charles Swinburne. This is a tragedy that recreates the ancient...