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Apollonius of Rhodes

Jason and the Golden Fleece

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Adult

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Super Short Summary

In Apollonius of Rhodes' Jason and the Golden Fleece, Jason is tasked by King Pelias to retrieve the Golden Fleece from Colchis to eliminate him as a potential threat. Jason assembles a group of heroes, the Argonauts, and embarks on a perilous journey aboard the Argo. Along the way, they encounter numerous challenges, including battles, deceptive rulers, and mythical creatures, with the aid of the sorceress Medea, who falls in love with Jason and helps him overcome impossible tasks to secure the fleece. Violence, including murder and battles.

Reviews & Readership

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Jason and the Golden Fleece by Apollonius of Rhodes captivates with its rich mythological narrative and intricate character development. Readers praise its poetic language and historical significance. Critiques focus on its complex structure and dense passages, which may challenge some readers. Overall, it remains a compelling classic for enthusiasts of ancient literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jason and the Golden Fleece?

Readers who enjoy mythological adventures and epic tales akin to Homer's The Odyssey and Virgil's The Aeneid will find Apollonius of Rhodes' Jason and the Golden Fleece captivating. Ideal for fans of heroic quests, classic literature, and settings rooted in ancient Greek culture.

RecommendedReading Age

14+years

Book Details

Genre

Mythology

Narrative / Epic Poem

Classic Fiction

Period

Ancient Greece

Classical Period