Apollo and Daphne: A Classical Love Story, in One Act (1874) a Classical Love Story, in One Act (1874) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169492523)

""Apollo and Daphne: A Classical Love Story, In One Act"" is a play written by G.F. Thomson in 1874. The play is based on the ancient Greek myth of Apollo and Daphne, which tells the story of the god Apollo's unrequited love for the nymph Daphne, who is transformed into a laurel tree to escape his advances. In this one-act play, Thomson adapts the myth into a dramatic work for the stage, with dialogue and stage directions that bring the story to life. The play features a cast of characters that includes Apollo, Daphne, Cupid, and other gods and goddesses from Greek mythology. The play is notable for its use of poetic language and its exploration of themes such as love, desire, and the power of nature. It also offers a unique perspective on the ancient myth, presenting it in a new light for contemporary audiences. Overall, ""Apollo and Daphne: A Classical Love Story, In One Act"" is a classic work of literature that continues to be studied and performed today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Greek mythology, classical literature, or the history of drama.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.

Author: G. F. Thomson
ISBN-10: 1169492525
ISBN-13: 9781169492523
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 8.50h x 11.02w x 0.25d