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Ancient & Medieval Literature - 300,000 Kisses: Tales of Queer Love from the Ancient World

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Book Synopsis: A landmark illustrated anthology of queer Greek and Roman love stories that reclaim and celebrate homosexual love and sensuality, from artist Luke Edward Hall and award-winning poet Seán Hewitt.

For centuries, evidence of queer love in the ancient world has either been ignored or suppressed. Even today, only a few narratives are widely known: the wild romance of Achilles and Patroclus; the yearning love of Sappho's lyrics; and the three genders introduced in Plato's Symposium. Yet there is a rich literary tradition of queer Greek and Roman love that extends far beyond the prudish translations of these familiar handful of stories.

In 300,000 Kisses, award-winning poet Seán Hewitt and renowned designer Luke Edward Hall collect these stories—including some of the most beautiful and moving in the classical canon—and bring them to vivid life. Alongside celebrated works by Homer, Sappho, Ovid and Catullus, they include a wide range of rarely anthologized sources: raunchy poems, thoughtful dialogues, philosophical treatises, and even a graffiti text salvaged from the ruins of Pompeii.

Through Hewitt's contemporary translations and Hall's vibrant illustrations, we encounter relationships that are by turns heartfelt and nourishing, unrequited and lustful, toxic and crude, tender and fulfilling. A groundbreaking anthology that seeks to change the way we see the ancient world, 300,000 Kisses is a fascinating journey through love in all its forms.

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Unlock the hidden stories of queer love from the ancient world with our groundbreaking anthology, 300,000 Kisses: Tales of Queer Love from the Ancient World! This landmark collection, curated by award-winning poet Seán Hewitt and renowned designer Luke Edward Hall, aims to reclaim and celebrate the rich tradition of homosexual love and sensuality in Greek and Roman literature. Prepare to be captivated as we bring to vivid life a wide range of rarely anthologized sources, from raunchy poems to philosophical dialogues.

For too long, evidence of queer love in the ancient world has been pushed aside and ignored. With 300,000 Kisses, we challenge this suppression by presenting a diverse range of narratives that go beyond the few widely known stories. While we delve into the wild romance of Achilles and Patroclus, the yearning love of Sappho's lyrics, and the three genders introduced in Plato's Symposium, we also explore lesser-known tales that deserve their time in the spotlight.

At its core, 300,000 Kisses is a celebration of love in all its forms. Through Seán Hewitt's contemporary translations and Luke Edward Hall's vibrant illustrations, we witness relationships that are heartfelt and nourishing, unrequited and lustful, toxic and crude, tender and fulfilling. Dive into this beautifully crafted anthology and discover the full spectrum of human emotions and connections.

This anthology is not just about revisiting the past; it's about reimagining the present. By embracing the depth and complexity of queer love in ancient literature, we aim to challenge prevailing narratives and change the way we view the ancient world. Open your mind to a different perspective and embark on a fascinating journey through love that transcends time and cultural boundaries.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary anthology that provides a fresh outlook on queer love in the ancient world. Immerse yourself in 300,000 Kisses: Tales of Queer Love from the Ancient World and see history come to life. Order your copy today by clicking here.

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