The Fountain Of Arethusa V2 (1848)

By Robert Eyres Landor

Book Overview

The Fountain of Arethusa V2 is a historical novel written by Robert Eyres Landor in 1848. The book is the second volume of a two-part series and follows the story of a young man named Alcibiades, who is searching for the mythical Fountain of Arethusa in ancient Greece. Along the way, Alcibiades encounters a variety of characters, including the wise philosopher Socrates and the beautiful courtesan Aspasia. The novel is set against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War and explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for power. Landor's vivid descriptions of ancient Greece and its people transport the reader back in time and provide a rich, immersive reading experience. The Fountain of Arethusa V2 is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in ancient Greek history and culture.In Two Volumes.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: 1165107775
• ISBN13: 9781165107773
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"