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""The Golden Ass,"" also known as ""Metamorphoses,"" is a classic Roman novel written by the ancient writer Apuleius. The narrative follows the misadventures of Lucius, a curious and reckless young man who becomes transformed into a donkey after dabbling in magic. As a donkey, Lucius embarks on a series of comical and fantastical escapades, encountering a diverse cast of characters and witnessing bizarre and often humorous events. Through Lucius's journey, Apuleius weaves a tapestry of themes including the pursuit of knowledge, the consequences of desire, and the transformative power of love. Rich in vivid imagery, satire, and allegory, ""The Golden Ass"" offers a window into the vibrant tapestry of Roman society and the human condition. With its enduring appeal and timeless insights, the novel continues to captivate readers across centuries, solidifying its place as a masterpiece of classical literature.

Lucius has an insatiable desire to see and practice magic. While trying to perform a spell to transform into a bird, he is accidentally transformed into an ass. This leads to a long journey, literal and metaphorical, filled with inset tales.

The book "" The Golden Asse "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

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Eager to learn the rules of magic, Lucius agrees to participate in a shapeshifting spell that suddenly goes awry, transforming the man into a donkey. His life is abruptly upended as he is attacked, stolen and sold multiple times before finding relief through divine intervention. Lucius is enamored with witchcraft and begs a woman to transform him into a bird. Unfortunately, she fails, and he is immediately turned into an ass. This leads to a tumultuous journey that takes Lucius away from his friends and puts him into the hands of strangers. He is sold by thieves, cooks and farmers, forced to engage in strange and laborious tasks. With each owner comes a different set of obstacles and inevitable misunderstandings.A rare text stemming from Roman antiquity, The Golden Ass is infused with mythological elements. The story covers a wide range of topics from witchcraft to adultery and murder. This expansive narrative has enough twists to keep any reader on the edge of their seat. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Golden Ass is both modern and readable.