"The Unpublished Legends of Virgil" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a compilation of stories from the end of the 1800s that centers on reimagining the life of Virgil, the famous Roman writer, as a magician. It gathers legends based on the stories of the people, witches, and fortune-tellers and presents a blend of mythology with Etrusco-Roman folklore. It introduces Virgil as a kind and funny character, who uses his magic to help people. The stories tell about Virgil's mythological beginnings, his adventures, and interactions with gods and magical beings, creating a world where magic is part of everyday life.
The Unpublished Legends of Virgil
By Charles Godfrey Leland
Discover how a Roman poet became a magic-wielding hero in tales of mythical origins, transformations, and quests where gods and regular people mix.
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About the AuthorCharles Godfrey Leland was an American humorist and folklorist, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was educated at Princeton University and in Europe.
Charles Godfrey Leland was an American humorist and folklorist, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was educated at Princeton University and in Europe.
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