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"Atalanta in Calydon" is a verse tragedy by Algernon Charles Swinburne, drawing inspiration from ancient Greek drama. The play centers on the mythological figure of Atalanta and the events surrounding the Calydonian boar hunt. Swinburne's work is celebrated for its lyrical language and passionate exploration of fate, free will, and the conflict between humanity and the divine. This tragedy stands as a significant contribution to Victorian literature, showcasing Swinburne's mastery of poetic form and his engagement with classical themes. Ideal for students and enthusiasts of dramatic literature and classical mythology. 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.