Disputationes deorum et dearum de fortuna Sisyphi aliorumque in Tartaro poena gravi affectorum

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In these fictional disputations of the ancient gods and goddesses, it is about the fate of sinful humans who must atone for their crimes in Tartarus (part of the underworld). The book is intended primarily to appeal to students and pupils of the Latin language, to whom the author wants to introduce particularly famous sinners. Often something is added to the plot that is not to be found in classical mythology. For example, in the book figures like Sisyphus, Ixion, Tantalus and others want to learn the Latin language, specifically from the poet Virgil. Sisyphus later wants to marry Medea or one of the Danaids in Pluto's realm, the underworld. This too is not found in mythology. Sisyphus then even tries to instruct all the foolish in the Greek language, but Pluto does not allow him to do so. He reproaches Sisyphus for wanting to teach rather than carrying the famous stone up the mountain again and again. Since Pluto and the other mentioned gods of mythology are immortal and thus their existence is not limited to antiquity, in the present disputations not only historical, but also contemporary criminals and sinners are presented. This amusing introduction to mythology is very suitable for students of the Latin language who want to get to know the most important sinful people of antiquity.