Ariadne In Naxos is a novel written by R. S. Ross in 1882. The book tells the story of Ariadne, the daughter of King Minos, who is abandoned on the island of Naxos by her lover, Theseus. Ariadne is heartbroken and feels betrayed by Theseus, who promised to marry her but left her alone on the island. However, Ariadne finds solace in the company of the god Dionysus, who appears to her and offers her comfort.As Ariadne spends more time with Dionysus, she begins to realize that he is not just a god, but also a kind and compassionate soul. She starts to fall in love with him and wonders if she can ever trust another mortal man again. Meanwhile, Theseus is haunted by guilt and remorse for leaving Ariadne behind, and he sets out to find her and make amends.As the story unfolds, the reader is taken on a journey through the ancient Greek world, where gods and mortals coexist and interact with each other. The book explores themes of love, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption, and is a powerful portrayal of human emotions and relationships.Overall, Ariadne In Naxos is a beautifully written novel that captures the essence of ancient Greek mythology and brings it to life in a way that is both engaging and thought-provoking. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, romance, and the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.