Vitulus Aureus, The Golden Calf: Or A Supplement To Apuleius's Golden Ass (1749)

By Joakim Philander

Book Overview

Vitulus Aureus, also known as The Golden Calf, is a book written by Philander (a pseudonym for the author) in 1749. The book is a supplement to Apuleius's Golden Ass, a famous Roman novel from the 2nd century AD. The Golden Calf tells the story of a young man named Joakim who is transformed into a golden calf by the goddess Isis. Joakim is then forced to travel the world and witness various human follies and vices. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters and experiences many adventures. The book is written in a satirical and humorous style, and it explores themes such as human nature, morality, and the dangers of excess. It is also a commentary on the society and politics of the time in which it was written. Overall, Vitulus Aureus is a witty and entertaining work of literature that offers a unique perspective on the classic tale of the Golden Ass.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: 1437361641
• ISBN13: 9781437361643
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"