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Name: Aphrodite (ancient manners)
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Author: Pierre Louÿs

📘 Aphrodite (ancient manners) by Pierre Louÿs

Pierre Louÿs’ novel, originally written in French, tells the story of a courtesan living in ancient Alexandria. Released in 1906, the English edition is now the only complete version available. The book is richly illustrated, though its pagination and margins are irregular, making reading a laborious task. The narrative combines sensual encounters with historical detail, placing it alongside classics such as The Decameron and Chaucer in terms of erotic literature.

First publish date: 1925

Genre: Historical Fiction/Ancient Historical Fiction

Authors: Pierre Louÿs

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