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Title: Marius the Epicurean — Volume 1
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marius_the_Epicurean
Credits: Alfred J. Drake. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "Marius the Epicurean — Volume 1" by Walter Pater is a philosophical novel written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and thoughts of Marius, a young Roman steeped in the spiritual dynamics of his time, exploring themes of religion, duty, and the pursuit of aesthetic beauty. The narrative is rich with evocative imagery and philosophical reflections that invite readers to consider the interplay between ancient beliefs and the emerging influence of new ideas. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Marius as he engages in the rituals of the old Roman religion, particularly during a ceremony called Ambarvalia. Marius exhibits a profound emotional and intellectual connection to his surroundings and the traditions passed down through his family, reflecting on the deeper meanings behind the ceremonial acts. As he grapples with the tension between his inherited beliefs and the allure of new philosophical ideas, we witness his development from a boy immersed in the past to a thoughtful individual questioning the nature of existence and identity amid the shifting landscapes of friendship and love. Through his eye-catching experiences and contemplations, Marius gradually embodies the struggles and aspirations of a seeker of truth in a richly woven tapestry of Roman life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Pater, Walter, 1839-1894
EBook No.: 4057
Published: May 1, 2003
Downloads: 277
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Bildungsromans
Subject: Young men -- Fiction
Subject: Christian fiction
Subject: Rome -- Fiction
Subject: Christianity and other religions -- Roman -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Marius the Epicurean — Volume 1
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marius_the_Epicurean
Credits: Alfred J. Drake. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "Marius the Epicurean — Volume 1" by Walter Pater is a philosophical novel written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and thoughts of Marius, a young Roman steeped in the spiritual dynamics of his time, exploring themes of religion, duty, and the pursuit of aesthetic beauty. The narrative is rich with evocative imagery and philosophical reflections that invite readers to consider the interplay between ancient beliefs and the emerging influence of new ideas. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Marius as he engages in the rituals of the old Roman religion, particularly during a ceremony called Ambarvalia. Marius exhibits a profound emotional and intellectual connection to his surroundings and the traditions passed down through his family, reflecting on the deeper meanings behind the ceremonial acts. As he grapples with the tension between his inherited beliefs and the allure of new philosophical ideas, we witness his development from a boy immersed in the past to a thoughtful individual questioning the nature of existence and identity amid the shifting landscapes of friendship and love. Through his eye-catching experiences and contemplations, Marius gradually embodies the struggles and aspirations of a seeker of truth in a richly woven tapestry of Roman life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Pater, Walter, 1839-1894
EBook No.: 4057
Published: May 1, 2003
Downloads: 277
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Bildungsromans
Subject: Young men -- Fiction
Subject: Christian fiction
Subject: Rome -- Fiction
Subject: Christianity and other religions -- Roman -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.