Metamorphoses: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) by Ovide|McCart [Royal Edition]

$ 89.17

ISBN: DoesNotApply Book Title: Metamorphoses: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) [Royal Edition] gtin13: DoesNotApply Features: Leather Bound Language: English Format: Premium Leather Bound Intended Audience: Adults Country/Region of Manufacture: India Edition: Collector's Edition Topic: Epic Ancient & Classical Women Authors Publication Year: 2023 Original Language: English Genre: Epic Ancient & Classical Women Authors Author: Ovide, McCarter, Stephanie Type: Book

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Note: This is not a reprint. The original paperback or hardcover edition has been purchased directly from the authorized distributor or publisher. The book purchased has been carefully bound in genuine leather to enhance its durability and extend its shelf life. Please be assured that no content or pages have been altered or reformatted during the leather binding process. Product Information: - Title of Product: Metamorphoses: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) by Ovide|McCarter, Stephanie [Royal Edition] Author: Ovide|McCarter, Stephanie Number of Pages: 608 Publication Year: 2023 Language: English Book Synopsis: - Winner of the 2023 Academy of American Poets Harold Morton Landon Translation Award The first female translator of the epic into English in over sixty years, Stephanie McCarter addresses accuracy in translation and its representation of women, gendered dynamics of power, and sexual violence in Ovid's classic. A Penguin Classic Ovid's Metamorphoses is an epic poem, but one that upturns almost every convention. There is no main hero, no central conflict, and no sustained objective. What it is about (power, defiance, art, love, abuse, grief, rape, war, beauty, and so on) is as changeable as the beings that inhabit its pages. The sustained thread is power and how it transforms us, both those of us who have it and those of us who do not. For those who are brutalized and traumatized, transformation is often the outward manifestation of their trauma. A beautiful virgin is caught in the gaze of someone more powerful who rapes or tries to rape them, and they ultimately are turned into a tree or a lake or a stone or a bird. The victim's objectification is clear: They are first a visual object, then a sexual object, and finally simply an object. Around 50 of the epic's tales involve rape or attempted rape of women. Past translations have obscured or mitigated Ovid's language so that rape appears to be consensual sex. Through her translation, McCarter considers the responsibility of handling sexual and social dynamics. Then why continue to read Ovid? McCarter proposes Ovid should be read because he gives us stories through which we can better explore ourselves and our world, and he illuminates problems that humans have been grappling with for millennia. Careful translation of rape and the body allows readers to see Ovid's nuances clearly and to better appreciate how ideas about sexuality, beauty, and gender are constructed over time. This is especially important since so many of our own ideas about these phenomena are themselves undergoing rapid metamorphosis, and Ovid can help us see and understand this progression. The Metamorphoses holds up a kaleidoscopic lens to the modern world, one that offers us the opportunity to reflect on contemporary discussions about gender, sexuality, race, violence, art, and identity. Product Description: This exquisite book is crafted exclusively for discerning readers and collectors who seek to elevate and preserve their literary treasures. Bound in GENUINE LEATHER, it showcases the finest craftsmanship with luxurious GOLDEN LEAF DETAILING adorning the spine, front cover, and back cover. The elegance is further enhanced by EDGE GILDING, giving the book an opulent finish. Customize Your Leather-Bound Edition with Color Options: - 1. Select from a wide array of leather colors at no additional cost. Share your preferred leather color with us via email. 2. Choose from a diverse range of leather colors with colored marbles (endpaper), including Brown, Crimson Red, Forest Green, Royal Blue, Rich Black, Hot Pink, Yellow, And Tan . 3. For a truly unique touch, request Multi-Color Labels to complement your custom leather-bound book spine. 4. Own a timeless masterpiece that adds sophistication to any collection! Artisan Quality and Dispatch Information: - ● We appreciate your understanding that these Leather-Bound Books are meticulously crafted works of art, requiring significant time and attention to detail to achieve their exceptional quality. ● Our standard handling time for dispatch is 35 business days, as each book undergoes various stages of production. However, we do accommodate special & requests for specific occasions. ● We offer additional customization options upon request, subject to extra charges. Additionally, we handle both printing and leather binding for all books. ● Product Disclaimer : Please note that as Leather is a Natural Material, minor variations in color or texture may occur. Track Page Views With Auctiva's Counter

Rated 5 out of 5

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Book arrived in excellent condition and matched the description perfectly. The packaging was secure, ensuring the book was protected during shipping, and delivery was fast. The quality and appearance of the book and pages are outstanding, making it a great addition to my collection. Overall, this was a smooth transaction with good value and great communication from the seller. Highly recommend!

Ramshankar Chouhan
Rated 3 out of 5

This book is perfect as was the communication from the Seller! It is a gift for our new Electrician grandson & he will be thrilled. The packaging was excellent, especially considering the miles it had to travel to get to us: bubble wrap padding with cardboard reinforcements inside of a plastic envelope with the perfect amount of tape to secure it all. Kudos to Royal Editions : )

Alexb03b775f
Rated 3 out of 5

It took a month to arrive, but was well worth the wait. Quality materials and binding, just as advertised. Securely packaged and sealed. A great value in an otherwise rare and out of print book.

Hassan Shehata

Metamorphoses: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) by Ovide|McCart [Royal Edition]

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