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L' Enllevement De Proserpine is a French rendering of Claudian's classic poem. This edition, presented by Johann B. Merian, offers readers a gateway to the rich tapestry of Roman mythology and poetic artistry. Claudian, a prominent Latin poet of the late 4th century, masterfully recounts the tale of Proserpine's abduction by Pluto, the god of the underworld. Through vivid imagery and dramatic narrative, the poem explores themes of love, loss, and the cyclical nature of life and death. This edition invites readers to engage with the timeless beauty and enduring relevance of classical literature, offering insights into the cultural and artistic landscape of the Roman world. "L' Enllevement De Proserpine" remains a compelling read for those interested in classical poetry, mythology, and the legacy of ancient Rome. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.