True History

by Lucian of Samosata and Lucian (Of Samosata )

Book Overview

True History (2nd century C.E.) is a satirical novel by Lucian. Written in ancient Greek, True History is thought to be the first work of science fiction in all of Western literature. Intended as a criticism of the unbelievable scenarios populating ancient fiction, True History dramatizes the extent to which authors will relate fantastic or mythological material as truth to humorous and imaginative effect.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1513272292
• ISBN13: 9781513272290
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Mint Editions
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.0" x 8.0"