Apelles And His Contemporaries: A Novel (1860)

By Henry Greenough

Book Overview

""Apelles and His Contemporaries: A Novel"" is a historical fiction book written by Henry Greenough and first published in 1860. The story is set in ancient Greece and follows the life of the famous painter Apelles, who was regarded as one of the greatest artists of his time. The book also explores the lives of other prominent figures of the era, such as Alexander the Great, Aristotle, and Demosthenes.The novel is divided into several parts, each focusing on a different period in Apelles' life. It begins with his early years as an apprentice under the famous painter Pamphilus, and follows his rise to fame as he becomes the court painter for Alexander the Great. Along the way, Apelles encounters many challenges and obstacles, including rival artists, political intrigue, and personal tragedy.Throughout the book, Greenough weaves together historical facts and fictional elements to create a vivid and engaging portrait of life in ancient Greece. He also provides detailed descriptions of the art and culture of the time, giving readers a sense of what it was like to live in this fascinating era.Overall, ""Apelles and His Contemporaries: A Novel"" is a well-written and entertaining book that will appeal to anyone interested in Greek history, art, or culture. It offers a unique perspective on the life of one of the greatest artists of all time, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Greece.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116531293X
• ISBN13: 9781165312931
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"