The Golden Ass by Apuleius

The Golden Ass

Apuleius with Claudio Annaratone (Translator)

256 pages • first pub 158 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous challenging reflective fast-paced
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A frank and vivid modern version of one of the most diverting of all classics. Lindsay's translation captures the genuine flavor, sharp dialogue, outrageous humor, racy delight and subtle style of Apuleius' sophisticated masterpiece.

Community Reviews

3.61
based on 1,319 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 79%

funny: 64%

lighthearted: 39%

reflective: 21%

challenging: 19%

mysterious: 19%

dark: 15%

informative: 14%

relaxing: 7%

emotional: 6%

tense: 6%

hopeful: 4%

inspiring: 3%

sad: 3%

Pace

35% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
14% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

46% of readers chose Plot
29% of readers chose A mix
22% of readers chose Character
1% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

41% of readers chose Yes
35% of readers chose Complicated
21% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

19% of readers chose Yes
27% of readers chose Complicated
50% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

15% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
60% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

66% of readers chose Yes
13% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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