Metamorphoses, written by the Roman poet Ovid around 8 AD, is a sweeping narrative poem that recounts over 250 myths involving transformations—from gods and mortals to animals, trees, and stars. Spanning creation to the deification of Julius Caesar, Ovid weaves together tales like Daphne and Apollo, Narcissus and Echo, and Pygmalion with elegance and wit. The poem has deeply influenced Western literature and art, serving as a foundational text in classical mythology and storytelling. Ovid’s flair for drama and sensuality makes Metamorphoses enduringly captivating.
