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The Wretched Cyprian

A sorrowful figure associated with Cyprus, likely Venus in a tragic aspect.

minor

Also known as the Cyprian Queen

First appearance: the garden of eros

The Wretched Cyprian shows up with force in The New Helen. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as the 'discrowned Queen men call the Erycine,' linking to Aphrodite's Cyprian aspect.
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The Wretched Cyprian first appears in 0039 the garden of eros.

In The New Helen: Mentioned as the 'discrowned Queen men call the Erycine,' linking to Aphrodite's Cyprian aspect.

Later, in Flower of Love: Mentioned as 'the Cytheraean' rising like an argent lily from the sea, less dear than the beloved.

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