The Golden Ass by Apuleius, Apuleius

The Golden Ass

Apuleius, Apuleius with Sarah Ruden (Translator)

288 pages • first pub 158 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous challenging reflective fast-paced

Description

Acclaimed poet and translator Sarah Ruden brilliantly brings Apuleius's comic tale to life With accuracy, wit, and intelligence, this remarkable new translation of The Golden Ass breathes new life into Apuleius's classic work. Sarah Ruden, a lyri...

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Community Reviews Summary of 685 reviews

Moods

adventurous 85%
funny 64%
lighthearted 50%
challenging 23%
reflective 20%
dark 14%
mysterious 14%
informative 11%
relaxing 8%
emotional 5%
sad 5%
hopeful 2%
inspiring 2%
tense 2%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 32%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 44% | A mix: 28% | Character: 24% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 32% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 4%

Average rating

3.63

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