Venus and Adonis: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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Venus and Adonis is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Shakespeare, William (1564–1616).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Venus and Adonis" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem published in 1593. It tells the story of Venus, goddess of love, who becomes infatuated with the beautiful young Adonis and attempts to seduce him—but he only wants to go hunting. This pastoral work blends erotic, comic, and tragic elements as it explores unrequited desire and the nature of love itself. When Adonis insists on hunting a dangerous wild boar despite Venus's warnings, their encounter takes a fateful turn that will forever change how love touches human hearts.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Venus and Adonis
- Author credits: Shakespeare, William (1564–1616)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adonis (Greek deity) -- Poetry
- Venus (Roman deity) -- Poetry
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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