Tales from Ovid by Ted Hughes
This book is a modern translation and adaptation of 24 of Ovid's stories from the Metamorphoses. It presents the tales in a language that is both poetic and contemporary, bringing to life the drama and humor of the original Latin text. The stories, which are full of transformations, adventures, and mythical creatures, explore themes such as love, power, revenge, and metamorphosis.
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This book is on the following lists:
- Costa Book Award - Best Novel (Costa Coffee)