"The Satyricon — Volume 03: Encolpius and His Companions" by Petronius Arbiter is a satirical peek into ancient Roman life, following the escapades of Encolpius and his friends as they stumble through love, lust, and betrayal in a vibrant, vice-ridden world. Encolpius, entangled in a love triangle with Giton and Ascyltos, faces jealousy and abandonment, leading to heated conflicts and a thirst for revenge, crafting a narrative filled with dark humor and ironic twists of fate as their relationships are tested through schemes and adventures. It paints a picture of a society consumed by pleasures and moral decay, delivering both titillation and social criticism, making it a witty and provocative journey through the chaotic lives of its characters.
The Satyricon — Volume 03: Encolpius and His Companions
By Petronius Arbiter
Navigate through the scandalous world of ancient Rome with a young man and his companions as they encounter love, betrayal, and darkly comedic misfortunes.
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About the AuthorGaius Petronius Arbiter was a Roman courtier during the reign of Nero. He is generally believed to be the author of the Satyricon, a satirical novel believed to have been written during the Neronian era. He is one of the most important characters in Henryk Sienkiewicz' historical novel Quo Vadis (1895). Leo Genn portrays him in the 1951 film of the same name.
Gaius Petronius Arbiter was a Roman courtier during the reign of Nero. He is generally believed to be the author of the Satyricon, a satirical novel believed to have been written during the Neronian era. He is one of the most important characters in Henryk Sienkiewicz' historical novel Quo Vadis (1895). Leo Genn portrays him in the 1951 film of the same name.
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