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“The Golden Ass,” also known as “Metamorphoses,” is a novel written by the Roman author Apuleius in the 2nd century AD. It is one of the few surviving Latin novels from antiquity and is renowned for its vivid storytelling and intricate narrative structure.
The story revolves around the character of Lucius, a young man who experiments with magic and accidentally transforms himself into a donkey. The bulk of the novel follows Lucius’s adventures in his new form as he travels through the Roman provinces of Greece and Asia Minor. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters and experiences a series of bizarre and often humorous misadventures.
One of the most famous episodes in “The Golden Ass” is the tale of Cupid and Psyche, which is embedded within the larger narrative. This story-within-a-story follows the trials and tribulations of Psyche, a mortal woman who falls in love with the god Cupid.
“The Golden Ass” is notable for its blend of comedy, romance, and adventure, as well as its exploration of themes such as transformation, desire, and the supernatural. It has had a significant influence on Western literature and has been praised for its rich imagination and irreverent humor.
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