The Norton Library edition ofThe Golden Ass features a new, captivating translation by Ellen Finkelpearl. Finkelpearl provides an engaging introduction that historically contextualizes the translation and its author, as well as targeted notes that clarify ancient allusions for a new generation of readers.The Norton Library is a growing collection of high-quality texts and translations—influential works of literature and philosophy—introduced and edited by leading scholars. Norton Library editions prepare readers for their first encounter with the works that they'll re-read over a lifetime.Inviting introductions highlight the work's significance and influence, providing the historical and literary context students need to dive in with confidence.Endnotes and an easy-to-read design deliver an uninterrupted reading experience, encouraging students to read the text first and refer to endnotes for more information as needed.An affordable price (most $10 or less) encourages students to buy the book and to come to class with the assigned edition.
| ISBN: | 9780393428919 |
| Publication date: | 20th May 2026 |
| Author: | Apuleius |
| Publisher: | W.W. Norton and Company an imprint of W. W. Norton & Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 272 pages |
| Series: | The Norton Library |
| Genres: |
Classic fiction: general and literary Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales Historical Fiction Fiction: special features Ancient history |
The Norton Library edition ofThe Golden Ass features a new, captivating translation by Ellen Finkelpearl. Finkelpearl provides an engaging introduction that historically contextualizes the translation and its author, as well as targeted notes that clarify ancient allusions for a new generation of readers.The Norton Library is a growing collection of high-quality texts and translations—influential works of literature and philosophy—introduced and edited by leading scholars. Norton Library editions prepare readers for their first encounter with the works that they'll re-read over a lifetime.Inviting introductions highlight the work's significance and influence, providing the historical and literary context students need to dive in with confidence.Endnotes and an easy-to-read design deliver an uninterrupted reading experience, encouraging students to read the text first and refer to endnotes for more information as needed.An affordable price (most $10 or less) encourages students to buy the book and to come to class with the assigned edition.
The Golden Ass (The Norton Library) features in the following genres: Classic fiction: general and literary, Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales, Historical Fiction, Fiction: special features, Ancient history
The Golden Ass (The Norton Library) is available in Paperback
The Golden Ass (The Norton Library) was written by Apuleius and published by W.W. Norton and Company an imprint of W. W. Norton & Company
The Golden Ass (The Norton Library) has 272 pages
Yes it is part of The Norton Library series
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