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This volume presents books eight through thirteen of Nonnus of Panopolis’s epic poem, the ’Dionysiaca,’ focusing on the Bacchic events leading up to Dionysus’s Indian expedition. Edited and annotated by G.H. Moser, this edition offers a meticulously emended text, providing valuable insights into Nonnus’s poetic style and the rich tapestry of Greek mythology. The ’Dionysiaca’ is a sprawling and complex work that recounts the life and adventures of Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and theater. These books delve into the god’s early exploits and preparations for his monumental journey to India, showcasing Nonnus’s mastery of language and his deep engagement with classical sources. This edition is an essential resource for scholars and students of classical literature, mythology, and ancient history, offering a window into the world of late antiquity and the enduring power of myth.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.
