{"title":"Statius","description":"\u003cp\u003eStatius’s works offer a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of ancient literature, blending poetic craft with vivid storytelling. Readers can expect eloquent narratives that explore heroic themes, such as those found in the \u003cem\u003eAchilleid\u003c\/em\u003e, capturing the grandeur and pathos of classical mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBelonging to the realm of \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, these texts invite reflection on the timeless human experiences of ambition, fate, and glory. Statius’s poetry remains a compelling bridge between past and present, resonating with lovers of literary tradition and classical heritage alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"achilleid-by-statius-9781624664069","title":"Achilleid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most entertaining short narratives of all time, the \u003ci\u003eAchilleid\u003c\/i\u003e is a stand-alone work of compelling contemporary interest that moves with great rapidity and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact narrative, which encompasses a brutish childhood, an overprotective mother, temporary gender bending, sexual violence, and a final coming to manhood with the promise of future military prowess, may be unparalleled in a single narrative of such brevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47595406885100,"sku":"9781624664069","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781624664069-achilleid.jpg?v=1777897243"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/statius.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}