Mythology - Greek - Salmacis

Salmacis is a nymph and figure from Greek mythology, a naiad of a spring in Caria, known for her passionate pursuit of Hermaphroditus, the son of Hermes and Aphrodite, ultimately leading to their bodies merging into a single, androgynous being.

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[Commonplace Book of Elizabeth Upshur Teackle, 1808-1862]

Journal or Commonplace Book of Elizabeth Upshur Teackle, dating from 1809-1862. It includes letters, poetry, and personal writings of Elizabeth up until 1831. There are writings of her grandson, Upshur B. Quinby, found throughout. There are also loose inserts of letters and other papers.