Venus and Adonis: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Venus and Adonis by William Shakespeare — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Adonis is a youth of unsurpassed beauty. A hunter. The goddess Venus, sees him and falls madly in love with him. Venus's love becomes boundless and without limit and Adonis rejects her even though she is a beautiful goddess and the goddess of love. And thereby hangs a tale. The story is told through the lamentations of Venus for Adonis's rejection of her love.
Quick facts about Venus and Adonis
- Title: Venus and Adonis
- Author: William Shakespeare
- First published: 1593
- Genre: poetry, adonis (greek deity), venus (roman deity)
- OpenLibrary ID: OL362672W
Where to read Venus and Adonis
Venus and Adonis by William Shakespeare is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Venus and Adonis about?
Adonis is a youth of unsurpassed beauty.
Who wrote Venus and Adonis?
Venus and Adonis was written by William Shakespeare.
When was Venus and Adonis published?
Venus and Adonis was first published in 1593.
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