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The Remains of Hesiod the Ascræan, Including the Shield of Hercules

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    Hesiod's The Remains of Hesiod the Ascræan, Including the Shield of Hercules is a folklore and fairy tales poetry collection.

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    "The Remains of Hesiod the Ascræan, Including the Shield of Hercules" by Hesiod is an archaic Greek epic poem generally dated from the end of the 7th to the middle of the 6th century BCE. The work recounts Heracles and Iolaus's expedition against Cycnus, son of Ares, who challenges Heracles to combat in Thessaly. At its heart lies an elaborate description of Heracles' shield, crafted by Hephaestus, adorned with intricate scenes of weddings, battles, and mythological creatures—a dazzling display of ancient artistry and storytelling.
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