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23. (1832) A catechism of mythology

All the gods were to consult that book, because they could change none of its decrees. […] She inspires light poetry, amorous songs; and her varying physiognomy cannot be painted, because it changes every time that a new subject inspires her. — See Fig. 17. […] Proteus, surprised by Aristaeus, awakes, loaded with the bonds; but he cannot change Aristaeus’ form. […] At first, they raised them remarkable tombs; from which they proceeded to make libations to their statues and altars; and, at last, their tombs were seen to change themselves into temples. […] The ship of the prisoners had black sails, and Theseus had promised to change his black sails into white ones if he returned victorious.

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