The Sirens Three: A Poem (1886)

By Walter Crane

Book Overview

The Sirens Three: A Poem is a book written by Walter Crane and published in 1886. The book is a narrative poem that tells the story of three sirens who lure sailors to their deaths with their enchanting songs. The poem follows the journey of a young sailor who becomes entranced by the sirens' songs and is ultimately saved by the goddess Athena. The book is illustrated by Crane himself, who was a prominent artist and illustrator during the late 19th century. The illustrations are done in a style reminiscent of ancient Greek art, with intricate details and bold colors. The Sirens Three: A Poem is a classic work of literature that explores themes of temptation, danger, and the power of myth and legend. It is a must-read for anyone interested in poetry, mythology, or art history.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: 1120928338
• ISBN13: 9781120928337
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"