This is Volume 3 of the collected works of Lucian of Samosata, a Syrian satirist and rhetorician who flourished during the Roman Empire. Lucian is known for his witty and irreverent dialogues, which poke fun at philosophical schools, religious beliefs, and prominent figures of his time. His works offer a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and social landscape of the 2nd century AD. This edition, translated by K. Kilburn and M. D. Macleod, makes Lucian's insightful and entertaining writings accessible to a modern audience. Discover the enduring appeal of a master satirist whose works continue to resonate with their sharp wit and timeless observations on human nature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.