Apollonius Rhodius: The Argonautica (Loeb Classical Library #1)

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Summary: Jason and the ship of dreams
Review: I read this story in Greek Mythology in university. Jason is some kind of wise man. His father was a doctor. The Argonauts are a band of wise men, doctors, shamans, augurers, omen-readers, and shape-changers. The Argo is a ship of dreams. The name Jason has become very popular. I often ask fellows named Jason if they know where their own name comes from, and usually they do not. Everyone named Jason should read the Argonautica. Anyone who knows a Jason should give him a copy for a gift.

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Summary: Great book for mythology lovers!
Review: Seaton's translation of the "Argonautica" is well written and easy to read. Because the work was completed in 1912, some of the language is archaic but not unreadable. The content of the book is enjoyable. For readers who enjoyed Homer's "Iliad," they will enjoy the "Argonautica" especially since it delves into the heroic deeds of the Homeric heroes' forefathers. Additionally, the book is enjoyable in terms of mythology. (The relationship between Jason and Medea in Book 3 is thought to be a precursor to the story of Dido and Aeneas in Virgil's "Aeneid.") Overall, an excellent book.