Cupid and Psyche (Classic Reprint): A Legend: A Legend (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A timeless myth told in lyrical verse and vivid narration helps this classic tale glow again. In this edition, the legend of Cupid and Psyche unfolds through Marmion’s imaginative voice, weaving romance, danger, and wonder as Psyche and her divine lover navigate tests of trust and desire. The work is accompanied by a thoughtful preface that surveys generations of poets and editors who have shaped the story, from Renaissance translators to modern retellings.

Readers will discover a rich tapestry of beauty and peril, where mortal longing meets divine curiosity and fate. The prose and verse mingle to bring to life iconic scenes, while the preface frames the tale within a long tradition of storytelling about love, temptation, and transformation.

• Poetic retelling of the Cupid and Psyche legend with lush imagery


• Engaging preface that places the tale in a lineage of classic versions


• Accessible language suitable for poetry and myth readers


• Ideal for fans of mythic romance and literary classics

Ideal for readers who enjoy lyrical mythic romance and literary history.

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