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This is the only full account that has come down to us of Jason's voyage in quest of the Golden Fleece. Written in the third century B.C., itmet with derision in the poet's native city, Alexandria, and the second version was first acclaimed by the Rhodians before its more widespread success. Though Apollonius used the manner and matter of epic, he wrote from a personal viewpoint as a critical observer. His understanding of human nature, his unerring eye for dramatic moment, and his quest sense of humour give reality and spirit to this fantastic story of high romance and incredible adventure.
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