The Unpublished Legends of Virgil
By Charles Godfrey Leland
Length7h 40m
About this audiobook
In "The Unpublished Legends of Virgil," Charles Godfrey Leland delves into the rich tapestry of folklore and mythology surrounding the legendary Roman poet, Virgil. Combining elements of oral tradition with scholarly analysis, Leland utilizes a narrative style that weaves together lived experiences and vivid imagery, drawing the reader into the veiled world of ancient stories. This work situates itself in the broader context of 19th-century romanticism and folklore revival, capturing the nostalgia for a past that is both poetic and pedagogical, while reexamining Virgil's influence on literature and cultural heritage. Leland, a prominent folklorist and anthropologist, was immersed in the study of myths and legends throughout his life, having traveled extensively across Europe and the Americas. His deep appreciation for folklore stems from his understanding of the interconnectedness of culture and identity. This foundation is evident in "The Unpublished Legends of Virgil," as Leland seeks to illuminate the lesser-known narratives that shape the legacy of one of Rome's most significant literary figures, bridging the gap between classical literature and contemporary understanding. This compelling exploration is highly recommended for scholars, literature enthusiasts, and folklore aficionados alike. Readers will find a treasure trove of insights and stories that reflect the profundity of human experience, all through the lens of Virgil's untold legends, making it an essential addition to the corpus of literary studies and folklore.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Poetry
Length7 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
27VIRGILIO AND THE BALL-PLAYER.
2INTRODUCTION.
28VIRGIL AND THE GENTLEMAN WHO BRAYED.
3THE STORY OF ROMOLO AND REMOLO.
29VIRGIL AND THE GIRL WITH GOLDEN LOCKS.
4HOW VIRGIL WAS BORN.
30VIRGIL AND THE PEASANT OF AREZZO.
5VIRGIL, THE EMPEROR, AND THE TWO DOVES.
31THE GIRL AND THE FLAGEOLET.
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6VIRGILIO AND THE ROCK.
32LA BEGHINA DI AREZZO, OR VIRGIL AND THE SORCERESS.
7VIRGIL, THE EMPEROR, AND THE TRUFFLES.
33THE SPIRIT OF THE SNOW OF COLLE ALTO. [134]
8BALSÀBO.
34THE LEGEND OF LA MADONNA DELLA NEVE.
9VIRGIL, MINUZZOLO, AND THE SIREN.
35THE MAGICIAN VIRGIL; A LEGEND FROM THE SABINE.
10LAVERNA.
36VIRGIL, THE WICKED PRINCESS, AND THE IRON MAN.
11VIRGIL AND THE UGLY GIRL.
37GIOVANNI DI BOLOGNA AND THE GOD MERCURY.
12VIRGIL AND THE GEM.
38THE DOUBLE-FACED STATUE, OR HOW VIRGILIO CONJURED JANUS.
13THE FLIES IN ROME.
39VIRGIL AND HIS COURTIERS.
14THE COLUMNS OF VIRGIL AND HIS THREE WONDERFUL STATUES.
40VIRGIL AND THE THREE SHEPHERDS. A Legend of the Monte Sybilla, near Rome.
15VIRGIL AND ADELONE.
41THE GOLDEN PINE-CONE.
16VIRGIL AND DORIONE, or THE MAGIC VASE.
42VIRGIL’S MAGIC LOOM.
17VIRGIL AND THE LADY OF ICE AND WATER. [63]
43VIRGIL AND THE PRIEST.
18VIRGIL THE MAGICIAN, OR THE FOUR VENUSES.
44IL GIGLIO DI FIRENZE, OR THE STORY OF VIRGIL AND THE LILIES.
19VIRGIL, THE LADY, AND THE CHAIR.
45VIRGIL AND THE BEAUTIFUL LADY OF THE LILY.
20VIRGIL AND THE GODDESS OF THE CHASE.
46VIRGIL AND THE DAUGHTER OF THE EMPEROR OF ROME.
21VIRGIL AND THE SPIRIT OF MIRTH.
47VIRGIL AND POLLIONE, OR THE SPIRIT OF THE PROVERB.
22NERO AND SENECA.
48VIRGIL AND MATTEO, OR ANOTHER PROVERB OF VIRGILIO.
23VIRGIL AND CICERO.
49VIRGILIO AND THE FATHER OF TWELVE CHILDREN. A Legend from Colle di Val d’Elsa, Tuscany.
24VIRGIL AND THE GODDESS VESTA.
50VIRGILIO AS A PHYSICIAN, OR VIRGIL AND THE MOUSE.
25THE STONE FISH, AND HOW VIRGIL MADE IT EATABLE.
51THE ONION OF CETTARDO.
26VIRGILIO AND THE BRONZE HORSE.
52FOOTNOTES.
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