Circe's Lovers (1884)

By John Leith Veitch

Book Overview

Circe's Lovers is a novel written by John Leith Derwent and published in 1884. The book is a retelling of the Greek myth of Circe, a powerful sorceress who turns men into animals with her magic. In this version of the story, Circe is portrayed as a tragic figure who is misunderstood and mistreated by the men in her life. The story begins with Circe's childhood on the island of Aeaea, where she is raised by her father, the Titan Helios. As a young woman, Circe falls in love with the mortal Glaucus, but their relationship is doomed when he is transformed into a sea creature by another sorceress. Circe then falls in love with the hero Odysseus, who visits her island on his way home from the Trojan War. Despite their mutual attraction, Odysseus ultimately leaves Circe to return to his wife and kingdom. The novel also explores Circe's relationships with other men, including her brother Aeetes and the god Hermes. Throughout the book, Circe struggles to find love and acceptance in a world that fears and misunderstands her power. Circe's Lovers is a classic work of mythological fiction that offers a unique perspective on one of the most famous figures in Greek mythology. Derwent's writing is lyrical and evocative, capturing the beauty and mystery of the ancient world. The book is a must-read for fans of mythology, fantasy, and historical fiction.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: 1164606263
• ISBN13: 9781164606260
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"