| 单词 | Pollux |
| 例句 | They were always represented as riding splendid snow-white horses, but Homer distinguishes Castor above Pollux for horsemanship. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z In Lucian’s little satire, Apollo asks Hermes: “I say, why do we never see Castor and Pollux at the same time?” Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z I catch sight of Cressida and Pollux about thirty yards ahead of us, plodding along with the crowd. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z I wait for Pollux to say hello, but he just nods. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z We follow Pollux for about ten yards along the Transfer and go through a doorway. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z On my assassination team: Cressida and Pollux have been sent out into the districts to cover the wreckage of the war. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux makes a few quick signs to his brother. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Castor and Pollux grab towels, aprons to stuff in the cracks as Gale retches into a bright yellow sink. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Sometimes Pollux alone is held to be divine, and Castor a mortal who won a kind of half-and-half immortality merely because of his brother’s love. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z Nevertheless, both brothers, Castor and Pollux, were often called “sons of Zeus”; indeed, the Greek name they are best known by, the Dioscouri, means “the striplings of Zeus.” Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z “Confusion take this shouting!” exclaimed the magician, stamping on his hat “May Castor and Pollux.... No, not again. God bless my blood pressure....” The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z I intentionally sit at the far edge of the group, next to Pollux, so I don’t have to talk. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Jackson tells me to eat a can of food and keep an eye on Pollux, who’s insisted on being on guard the entire night. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Then, to my surprise, Pollux whistles a few notes of his own. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z “Do you mean to say that Castor and Pollux did blow you to Bermuda?” The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z Helen’s brothers were Castor and Pollux, more than a match for any mortal hero. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z He seems preoccupied with watching Pollux, to the point where it’s getting a little worrisome, when he finally puzzles it out and begins to speak with agitation. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z But Castor was dead and Pollux was inconsolable. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z Pollux, pale and sweaty, reaches out and latches on to Castor’s wrist. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z The crowding ghosts had, to be sure, finally frightened Ulysses, but Theseus, Hercules, Orpheus, Pollux, had apparently encountered no great difficulty on the way. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z “One last thing. My son Pollux Is he alive?” The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z There’s a clank as Pollux slams a cover over the pipe and locks it in place. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux weeps against the mantel of an ornate fireplace. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z And Pollux has tears running down his cheeks because no doubt my freaky song has dredged up some terrible incident in his life. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Merlyn took off his spectacles, dashed them on the floor and jumped on them with both feet “Castor and Pollux blow me to Bermuda!” he exclaimed, and immediately vanished with a frightful roar. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z I found Dionysus’s son Pollux propped up against a tree. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z Castor and Pollux remove them and detach emergency backup cameras. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z But as Cressida gets Castor and Pollux in place, I feel my anxiety building. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z His twin brother, Pollux, tried to say a few words, but he choked up and just took the torch. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z Pollux’s face breaks into an expression of delight and he has a series of melodic exchanges with the mockingjay. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Shortly before seven, Pollux and I move among the others, rousing them. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Hercules, the greatest of all heroes, was there; Orpheus, the master musician; Castor with his brother Pollux; Achilles’ father, Peleus; and many another. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z Pollux hasn’t slept for days, and Cressida and I only napped for a few hours. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Cressida and Pollux have made beds for us, arranged our food and medical supplies, and now ask what I want to do about setting up a guard. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux nods at their words to back them up. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Around the table, people were trying not to laugh—the Stoll brothers, Pollux from the Dionysus cabin, Katie Gardner from Demeter. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z I nudge Pollux on the shoulder and we start to run. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z But in all the stories they play an unimportant part except in the account of Castor’s death, when Pollux proved his brotherly devotion. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z When we come to the steps leading down, Pollux and I are scanning for a possible alternative on the Holo when I start gagging. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z “When Castor died,” he says, “Pollux missed him too much, so he made a deal to share his immortality with him and that’s how they both ended up in the sky.” I'll Give You the Sun 2014-09-16T00:00:00Z Usually, I’d decline, but it’s kind of impossible to say no to Pollux, given the circumstances. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z “That star,” he says, pointing, “is Castor, that one Pollux. They’re the heads of the Twins.” I'll Give You the Sun 2014-09-16T00:00:00Z Under Pollux’s guidance we make good time—remarkable time, if you compare it to our aboveground travel. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux knows details that would lead to disaster for a newcomer, like which offshoots might require gas masks or have live wires or rats the size of beavers. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux and I have worked out a plan for the next leg of our journey, and since it heads away from the hissing, I see no reason to alter it. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux finds a small, warm room humming with machines loaded with levers and dials. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Pollux gestures to my pin and raises his eyebrows questioningly. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z The fairest woman in the world was Helen, the daughter of Zeus and Leda and the sister of Castor and Pollux. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z For a while, Pollux and I click around on the Holo, seeing what traps lie where. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Eject the blank cartridge from Peeta’s, load it with a real one, and arm Pollux. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z I nudge Pollux with my elbow and point out a small black bird with a crown. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z For now, though, the main impression on first hearing is that “Pollux” needs its brother. Salonen's 'Pollux' supplies some grunge for L.A. Phil tour 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z Archer captures both Troy, who is now in a coma, and his brother, Pollux, but he can’t get either one to tell him where in Los Angeles they have hidden a chemical weapon. Two Comedy Writers Take “Face/Off” to a New Level of Weirdness 2019-07-17T04:00:00Z Much of “Pollux” is a wash of sound. Salonen's 'Pollux' supplies some grunge for L.A. Phil tour 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z Ms. Harms represents the destruction of culture Strauss lamented by having creditors of Danae’s destitute father, King Pollux, cart off his paintings and statues, while he clutches an orchestral score. Muisc: Rare Glimpses of Traetta's 'Antigona' and Strauss's 'Danae' 2011-02-01T12:30:03Z His “Pollux,” heard in its New York premiere on Friday, shares with Mr. Salonen’s other recent works the ability to foment surging themes from arid opening materials. Review: Dudamel and Los Angeles Bring the Noise to New York 2018-04-30T04:00:00Z Unlike its predecessor – Barrie Kosky's abstruse 2011 staging of Rameau's Castor and Pollux – it's a great achievement that vindicates the company's determination to bring important yet unfamiliar repertory to UK audiences. Medea – review 2013-02-17T17:10:39Z Chances are that Pollux will still be perfecting his stage manners when “Swan” opens at the Théâtre National de Chaillot in Paris on June 6. DANCE: Choreography With Real Swans 2012-06-03T04:30:53Z She is performing an Ancient Persian dance, which was described by the Greek writer Pollux and is still performed in the Caucasus. Art: Macedonia's Riches Before Alexander 2011-10-21T12:30:08Z Sometimes it is a struggle to find positive role models for brothers – although Castor and Pollux apparently got on well, as did Antipholus and Dromio with their respective brothers in The Comedy of Errors. Get over it guys. Brotherhood is the greatest relationship you can share 2012-08-18T16:20:42Z Even figuring out exactly what “Pollux” is can be a little confusing. Salonen's 'Pollux' supplies some grunge for L.A. Phil tour 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z The former was mortal, Leda already impregnated when Zeus got to her, while Pollux was divine. Salonen's 'Pollux' supplies some grunge for L.A. Phil tour 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z "Charpentier really needed the period-instrument movement to start to be fully recognized," says the conductor, who will soon conduct his first Rameau opera, "Castor et Pollux," at the English National Opera. COT gives 'Medea' a modern makeover 2011-04-20T15:43:54Z “Pollux,” though, is misty, swirling, altogether starry; delicate violins at one point are joined by a gentle motif in the flutes that becomes a gradual, dawnlike blossoming of winds. Review: Mythical Twins Inspire Music Divided in Two 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z Mr. Salonen leans a bit too heavily on Pollux’s divinity, overloading that music with galactic twinkling. Review: Mythical Twins Inspire Music Divided in Two 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z Two of them are old, evolved stars, like Aldebaran and Pollux, and orbit so closely together that it’s unlikely there’s a planet around either one of them. The Sky Is Full of Stars—and Exoplanets, Too 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z Pollux, one of the two bright stars marking the head of Gemini, is brighter than Fomalhaut yet orange in color. The Colors of Stars, Explained 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Early in the month, the Red Planet passes below the stars Castor and Pollux. May begins with a special day and hosts the Flower Moon 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z The Red Planet is moving eastward through the constellation at a pretty fast pace, and by the end of the month it will form a nice triangle with the bright stars Castor and Pollux. April night sky boasts bright emerging star, Mercury and a meteor shower 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z David Atkins is a contributor to the Washington Monthly's Political Animal and president of the Pollux Group, a qualitative research firm. After Mar-a-Lago: A panel of experts on the grave danger just ahead 2022-08-19T04:00:00Z The trope of twins ensnared with each other traces back to Castor and Pollux, Jacob and Esau, but she makes it fresh. Review | ‘Defenestrate’ is a stylish debut that brims with suspense 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Above Orion’s right shoulder are the Gemini twins, featuring the stars Castor and Pollux. Skywatch: What’s happening in the heavens in March 2021-02-27T05:00:00Z Then trace around the shape in an anticlockwise direction from Capella to Castor and Pollux to Procyon to Sirius, until you reach Rigel again. Starwatch: follow the moon to the Winter Hexagon 2021-01-25T05:00:00Z Think of the Gemini stars Castor and Pollux, Romulus and Remus creating Rome, and Plato articulating the dual nature of humanity. Land of shuang bao tai: twins in Yunnan province – a photo essay 2020-12-07T05:00:00Z Pollux in the Gemini constellation is 32 times brighter than our sun and 10 times the size. The national debt is astronomical: Look to the cosmos to put it in perspective 2020-09-05T04:00:00Z For evening strolls, find the fleet planet Mercury in the western sky just after sunset, loitering with the constellation Gemini’s twins Castor and Pollux early in June. Skywatch: What’s happening in the heavens in June 2020-05-30T04:00:00Z A decade later, Partch, more optimistic, turned to the mythological twins, Castor and Pollux. Review: Harry Partch, the hobo years 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z Taking its name from Castor and Pollux, twin brothers from Greek mythology, the company now sells in more than 50 countries. The young brothers who signed up Andy Murray 2019-09-22T04:00:00Z According to myth, her children included the beautiful Helen of Troy and the twins Castor and Pollux. Take me to your Leda: sensual Pompeii bedroom art uncovered 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z The explosion of debt whisked us past Pollux and Arcturus, to at least the Pistol Star. The national debt is astronomical: Look to the cosmos to put it in perspective 2020-09-05T04:00:00Z This week, find this cosmic gem in the west-northwestern sky after sundown, hanging out near the constellation Gemini’s twins, the stars Pollux and Castor. Skywatch: Saturn, Jupiter and Mars heading for opposition in June and July 2018-06-02T04:00:00Z Just as the sun sets, look low to the western sky for the planet Venus to join the twin stars of the Gemini constellation, Pollux and Castor. Naked-Eye Asteroid and More Can't-Miss Sky Events in June 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z If you’re facing south, the so-called twins of the constellation Gemini — Castor and Pollux — will be to the left of Orion. Skywatch: Stars and planets brighten dark December days 2016-12-03T05:00:00Z Look above the moon for Castor and Pollux, Gemini’s brilliant twin stars. This Week’s Night Sky: Bull’s Eye Winks Out In 2004, he spent two weeks at Naval Station Norfolk studying stars - Betelgeuse, Capella, Pollux - before navigating aboard the cruiser Thomas S. Gates. Naval Academy reinstates celestial navigation 2015-11-01T04:00:00Z As dawn approaches on Friday look toward the low eastern sky for a striking lineup between the Gemini constellation’s bright stars Pollux and Castor and the planet Mars below. This Week's Night Sky: Mars Lines Up With Stellar Twins 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z They were found in a drain that ran to a taberna, a small shop nestled in the platform of the Temple of Castor and Pollux after it was rebuilt following a fire in 14 BC. Ancient Roman Dentists Were Skilled At Extractions, New Research Shows 2015-05-21T04:00:00Z This leads to two sets of twins hatching from eggs: Helen and Clytemnestra, and Pollux and Castor. Orphan Black's third season complicates its pulpy joys 2015-04-17T04:00:00Z The U.S. and Russia were once the Castor and Pollux of space travel, cosmic twins that dazzled the world with their serial triumphs in the 1960s and ’70s, but they’ve gone in different directions since. Russia in Space? Fuhgeddaboudit. 2014-06-29T04:00:00Z Did he actually go into the Temple of the gods Castor and Pollux in the Roman Forum and wait for people to turn up and worship him? Did Caligula deserve his bad reputation? 2013-07-29T07:12:58Z By Pollux!" he continued as his eyes fell upon a rubric inscription at a street-corner, "you have just come in good time. One of Cleopatra's Nights and Other Fantastic Romances One of Cleopatra's Nights?Clarimonde?Arria Marcella?The Mummy's Foot?Omphale: a Rococo Story?King Candaules 2012-04-08T02:00:23.693Z Leda, the bride of Jupiter, with the twins, Castor and Pollux, "playing among the shell-chips of their broken egg," is also at the Hague. Famous European Artists 2012-04-07T02:00:30.487Z Three stars, Castor, Pollux and Procyon, look down on me. Scientist at Work Blog: A Community's Hopes for Self-Sufficiency 2012-04-05T19:40:49Z At its base are the colossal statues found in the baths of Constantine, of the Dioscuri Castor and Pollux reining in their horses. Walks in Rome 2012-03-31T02:00:36.010Z The twin brothers Castor and Pollux, the Dioscuri, or Gemini, who had greatly distinguished themselves by their daring in the Calydonian Hunt, were made the deities of boxing, wrestling, and all equestrian exercises. Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art 2012-03-27T02:00:24.357Z It has been generally supposed that the Arabian astronomer Alfraganus, in his translation of Ptolemy’s Almagest, refers to only five red stars observed by Ptolemy, namely, Arcturus, Aldebaran, Betelgeuse, Antares, and Pollux. Astronomical Curiosities Facts and Fallacies 2012-03-27T02:00:18Z Castor and Pollux with only one soul between them. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z For this great concession to the Genius of Toleration, the age is indebted to the Catholic Association, organized and sustained by O'Connell and Shiel, the Castor and Pollux of Emancipation. Sketches of Reforms and Reformers, of Great Britain and Ireland 2012-03-12T03:00:20.310Z Beyond the basilica are three beautiful columns which belong to a restoration of the Temple of Castor and Pollux, dedicated by Postumius, B.C. Walks in Rome 2012-03-31T02:00:36.010Z Castor and Pollux are generally represented as handsome youths, mounted on snowy chargers. Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art 2012-03-27T02:00:24.357Z Among the latter they only speak of Arcturus, Aldebaran, Pollux, Antares, and Betelgeuse as of a striking red colour. Astronomical Curiosities Facts and Fallacies 2012-03-27T02:00:18Z And more than once, by night, thinking of the mother's loneliness, he sent her, by Castor and Pollux, fervent messages of affection. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z By Castor and Pollux, I have deserved it. The Four Corners of the World 2012-01-26T03:00:15.920Z Castor and Pollux were two of the imaginary gods or heroes of the ancients: they were twin brothers, and were supposed to take particular care of sailors. "Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects) 2012-01-13T03:00:12.913Z While they were thus engaged, Helen’s twin brothers, Castor and Pollux, came to Athens, delivered her from captivity, and carried her home in triumph. Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art 2012-03-27T02:00:24.357Z At the Top of the Stair-case, there are two great Horses representing Castor and Pollux, when they came Express to Rome with the News of the Victory gain’d over the Tarquins. The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II Being the Observations He Made in His Late Travels From Prussia thro' Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, England, &C. in Letters to His Friend. Discovering Not Only the Present State of the Chief Cities and Towns; but the Characters of the Principal Persons at the Several Courts. 2012-01-07T03:00:17.127Z Mars has moved from its position nearly in line with Castor and Pollux toward Leo. Scientific American, Vol. XLIII.?No. 1. [New Series.], July 3, 1880 A Weekly Journal Of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, And Manufactures 2012-01-05T03:00:30.823Z Bright, his illustrious political twin, the Castor to his Pollux, took it and liked it. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z St. Luke says, "And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux." "Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects) 2012-01-13T03:00:12.913Z Do�a Clara, majestic and severe, said good-night to me without mentioning Jupiter or Pollux, or any other pagan divinity, which surprised me. The Joy of Captain Ribot 2011-12-15T03:00:16.510Z "Castor and Pollux I call them," he said, indicating the horses with a slight gesture. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z Castor and Pollux put up with me, in spite of my manifest shortcomings.” Paddy-The-Next-Best-Thing 2011-12-08T03:00:28.210Z Draw a line through their feet and extend it away from the feet of Pollux, in the direction away from Taurus, the bull. The Star People 2011-11-06T02:00:16.133Z A picture of Castor and Pollux was painted on this ship of Alexandria. "Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects) 2012-01-13T03:00:12.913Z I shall never have a home where Castor and Pollux are not welcome. Daisy the autobiography of a cat 2011-10-25T02:00:24.887Z As they approached, Castor neighed in recognition of his twin brother, and an answering call showed that Pollux knew the greeting, and gave it back. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z Jason, with some brave companions, among whom were Hercules, Orpheus, Castor and Pollux, went on board a ship called the Argo, from which circumstance they were called Ar´gonauts. The Student's Mythology A Compendium of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Assyrian, Persian, Hindoo, Chinese, Thibetian, Scandinavian, Celtic, Aztec, and Peruvian Mythologies 2011-09-12T02:00:29.450Z The same saddle served us as a pillow, and we ate from the same dish; we were called Castor and Pollux. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z "Do not stroke Castor, my Pollux, against the grain, for he can bite." The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z Castor and Pollux grew up to be very fine cats. Daisy the autobiography of a cat 2011-10-25T02:00:24.887Z The little fire is an evil omen, and is called Castor and Pollux. Great Ralegh 2011-08-16T02:00:43.100Z Castor was mortal like his mother, and when he died, Pollux grieved so much that Jupiter permitted him to share his immortality with his brother. The Student's Mythology A Compendium of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Assyrian, Persian, Hindoo, Chinese, Thibetian, Scandinavian, Celtic, Aztec, and Peruvian Mythologies 2011-09-12T02:00:29.450Z In this respect, and in their beauty and youth, they answer to Castor and Pollux as described by Theocritus. Myth, Ritual And Religion, Vol. 2 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:19.110Z A sharp contrast in the color of Castor and Pollux comes out as soon as the glass is turned upon them. Astronomy with an Opera-glass A Popular Introduction to the Study of the Starry Heavens with the Simplest of Optical Instruments 2011-07-17T02:00:30.177Z Castor and Pollux lived to be twenty years old. Daisy the autobiography of a cat 2011-10-25T02:00:24.887Z At Mannheim, in 1791, his opera Castor and Pollux was performed, and became very popular. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z Orestes and Pylades, Castor and Pollux, the Siamese twins, are but faint illustrations of the closeness of our friendship. The Haunted Homestead A Novel 2011-07-13T02:00:22.920Z Vivasvat followed her in the form of a horse, and she became the mother of the Asvins, "sons of the horse," who more or less correspond to Castor and Pollux, sons of the swan. Myth, Ritual And Religion, Vol. 2 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:19.110Z The map will enable you next to find Procyon, or the Little Dog-Star, more than twenty degrees south of Castor and Pollux, and almost directly below the Manger. Astronomy with an Opera-glass A Popular Introduction to the Study of the Starry Heavens with the Simplest of Optical Instruments 2011-07-17T02:00:30.177Z I think a man like the master of Castor and Pollux a true and grand gentleman. Daisy the autobiography of a cat 2011-10-25T02:00:24.887Z Castor and Pollux were generally represented mounted on two white horses, armed with spears, and riding side by side with their heads covered with a bonnet, on the top of which glittered a star. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z It would not, indeed, be such an advantage to our family as if Pollux and Christopher, or our poor Fritz, had carried it out. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z Little Pollux, made happy by his presents, had led along a begging mute, who followed with the ringing mute's-bell. Titan: A Romance Vol. II (of 2) 2011-06-14T02:00:26.670Z You will be at once interested by the singular cortége of small stars by which both Castor and Pollux are surrounded. Astronomy with an Opera-glass A Popular Introduction to the Study of the Starry Heavens with the Simplest of Optical Instruments 2011-07-17T02:00:30.177Z But this admits an explanation: her body and her virtue were born on the same day and of the same mother, and are true twins, like the brothers Castor and Pollux. The Invisible Lodge 2011-06-09T02:00:19.470Z Pollux was the son of Jupiter, whilst Castor was only his half-brother; but he obtained from Jupiter, for Castor, the gift of immortality, and a place with him amongst the constellations. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z Besides, although they would not admit it, I feel sure that Dr. Luther and the Reformation have taught Pollux and his wife many things. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z "The dumb man cannot say anything," said Pollux. Titan: A Romance Vol. II (of 2) 2011-06-14T02:00:26.670Z Castor and Pollux were regarded by both the Greeks and the Romans as the patrons of navigation, and this fact crops out very curiously in the adventures of St. Paul. Astronomy with an Opera-glass A Popular Introduction to the Study of the Starry Heavens with the Simplest of Optical Instruments 2011-07-17T02:00:30.177Z This little preface must be taken only as an introduction to a little passage of arms between our little Castor and Pollux. The Invisible Lodge 2011-06-09T02:00:19.470Z No, there he comes; and, Castor and Pollux, what a burst! The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z Christopher and Pollux are fifteen, and Fritz is two-and-twenty; but he never talked in that lofty way to me about women not understanding! Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z Page 246, line 3.–Castor and Pollux were brothers of Helen; and, according to one tradition, all were born at once, being children of Zeus and Leda. Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. II A Biography 2011-05-14T02:00:08.440Z This is the consecration to Castor and Pollux, of the vessel which brought the poet safe from Bithynia to the shores of Italy. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume I 2011-04-03T02:00:22.843Z Is not the temple built by Posthumius, in honour of Castor and Pollux, to be seen in the Forum? History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z Then came Pollux back with his two quarto leaves, and now set himself at once to his lesson. Titan: A Romance v. 1 (of 2) 2011-03-25T02:00:11.007Z But the worst part of it is the effect of his becoming a monk has had on the other boys, Christopher and Pollux. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z Ship Castor and Pollux, off Staten Island, 9 o'clock, Monday morning, June 1st, 1835. Cora and The Doctor or Revelations of A Physician's Wife 2011-03-10T03:00:49.120Z By a figure, daring even in verse, he represents the ship as extolling its high services, and claiming its well-earned dedication to Castor and Pollux, gods propitious to mariners. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume I 2011-04-03T02:00:22.843Z He represents the appearances of Castor and Pollux, and those others adduced by Balbus, as idle tales. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z In a blissful bewilderment he arrived at his dwelling, from which little Pollux came rolling down the mountain to meet him, and call him to dinner. Titan: A Romance v. 1 (of 2) 2011-03-25T02:00:11.007Z We are all to move to Wittemberg in a month, except Pollux, who is to remain with Cousin Conrad Cotta, to learn to be a merchant. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z It is only once in a way that Castor and Pollux are seen fighting in a mortal fray. The Doctor's Wife 2011-03-06T03:00:18.770Z Fearful shapes too were said to glare through the murky atmosphere around the ship, and the apparition of the ominous flame, called by seamen "Castor and Pollux," flitted above the mast. William Shakespeare as he lived. An Historical Tale 2011-01-01T03:00:20.833Z Touch “Pollux,” Gemini’s brightest star, and then tap on the information icon. Phone Smart: Apps to Help You Navigate the Night Sky 2010-04-28T23:30:00Z Pollux came dancing in with his long chain. Titan: A Romance v. 1 (of 2) 2011-03-25T02:00:11.007Z Pollux began with wild tales of demon hunts, which flew with the baying of demon dogs through these very forests at midnight. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z The other side depicts mythical twins Castor and Pollux sat on galloping horses. 2010-01-29T17:50:00Z In 1842-1849, King Louis built himself to the west of the town a country house, called the Pompeianum, from its being an imitation of the house of Castor and Pollux at Pompeii. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" Why there should have been this denial upon the part of those who swore freely by Pollux is not easily explained. A Cursory History of Swearing "I can do a good many things!" said Pollux. Titan: A Romance v. 1 (of 2) 2011-03-25T02:00:11.007Z This afternoon I was quite cheered by seeing Christopher and Pollux bending together eagerly over a book, which they had placed before them on the window sill. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z Pollux accepted his challenge, and surpassed him in skill, on which Amycus attempting to conquer by fraud, Pollux slew him on the spot; and became the patron of athletic exercises. Heathen Mythology Horace asserts the divinity of Augustus by claiming for him qualities and services equal to, or greater than, those which raised Castor, Pollux, Hercules, Bacchus, and Romulus to the dwelling-place of the gods31. The Roman Poets of the Augustan Age: Virgil In the days of Tiberius Cæsar, a young raven that had been hatched in a nest upon the temple of Castor and Pollux took her first flight into a shoemaker's shop just opposite. Lives of Eminent Zoologists, from Aristotle to Linnæus with Introductory remarks on the Study of Natural History I infer from the passage of Pollux quoted above, p. The History and Antiquities of the Doric Race, Vol. 2 of 2 Indeed, is not one of our sons—our good and sober-minded Pollux—still in the old Church? Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z Another story of divine interposition on the part of Castor and Pollux is vividly told by Macaulay in The Battle of Lake Regillus. Readings from Latin Verse With Notes Hence, according to some writers, a dance called τετράκωμος derived its name, Pollux IV. The History and Antiquities of the Doric Race, Vol. 1 of 2 The one class were in the form of coiled spirals, usually in the form of snakes, a term which Pollux gives as a synonym for bracelet. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 3 "Borgia, Lucrezia" to "Bradford, John" We were always in each other's company, and used to be nicknamed Castor and Pollux by the other boys. Tales of the Wonder Club Volume I In the Forum the temples of Saturn, and of Castor, and Pollux were richly adorned and brilliantly illuminated, and a great throng of merry-makers filled the marble square. Valeria The Martyr of the Catacombs Let us next examine the stars Castor and Pollux. Custom and Myth New Edition Though their worship was perhaps most carefully observed among people of Dorian origin, Castor and Pollux were held in no small veneration at Rome. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 4 "Carnegie Andrew" to "Casus Belli" Not Castor and Pollux shine with a more closely related and serener light. Sigurd Our Golden Collie and Other Comrades of the Road And your coach horses Castor and Pollux, ma'am, couldn't be in better trim. Tried for Her Life A Sequel to "Cruel As the Grave" By ingratiating himself with this rough-seeming fraternity, Mr Waterton succeeded in obtaining specimens of many rare birds, which fortunately escaped the wreck of the Pollux, by having been previously forwarded to Leghorn. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 359, September 1845 In Greece it was not Castor and Pollux, but Orion who was the great hunter placed among the stars. Custom and Myth New Edition In some versions Leda is represented as having brought forth two eggs, from one of which were born Castor and Pollux, from the other Helen. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 4 "Carnegie Andrew" to "Casus Belli" But what disturbed the Emperor of Pollux most was the way she looked at him! The Envoy, Her Whether Castor has faded or Pollux brightened, or both, I do not know. Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place It was soon evident to Mr Waterton, as an old traveller, that there was a great want of nautical discipline on board the Pollux, and of this they soon had fatal proof. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 359, September 1845 We have already given some Australian examples in the stories of the Pleiades, and of Castor and Pollux. Custom and Myth New Edition In Homer, Castor, Pollux and Clytaemnestra are said to be the children of Tyndareus and Leda, Helen the daughter of Leda by Zeus. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 4 "Carnegie Andrew" to "Casus Belli" "By Pollux!" exclaimed the Emperor, his eye brightening. The Envoy, Her We know Castor and Pollux, because they are twins. Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place In the expedition of the Golden Fleece, in a violent tempest these fires were seen to hover over the heads of Castor and Pollux, who were two of the Argonauts, and a calm immediately ensued. The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem Among the Bushmen of South Africa, Castor and Pollux are not young men, but young women, the wives of the Eland, the great native antelope. Custom and Myth New Edition Now, the word "Gemini" means "Twins," and refers to two heathen gods whose names were "Castor" and "Pollux," and when boys use the expression, "By Jiminy," they are swearing by those two heathen gods. With the Children on Sunday Through Eye-Gate and Ear-Gate into the City of Child-Soul By the intervention of these gentlemen, it is hoped these discreditable squabbles will be stopped, and Castor and Pollux will be once more seen in company. Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) There are plenty of stories about old Castor and Pollux, and, like all the other myths, they conflict, more or less. Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place After the apotheoses of these heroes, the Grecian sailors invoked these fires by the names of Castor and Pollux, or the sons of Jupiter. The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem But the names of stars which we inherit from Greek mythology—the Bear, the Pleiades, Castor and Pollux, and so forth—are such as no people in our mental condition would originally think of bestowing. Custom and Myth New Edition To this greeting comes the reply: "Yes, I think I could, by Castor and Pollux! for I practise gymnastics and leap high." Greek Women It struck me like lightning when I saw thee, 'There stands my Pollux, just as he ought to look!' A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 And all agree that Castor and Pollux were "born fighters." Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place Castor and Pollux, Theseus and Pirithous are to me majestic examples of that excellent brotherhood of kindred spirits which I constantly set before me. The Lion of Janina The Last Days of the Janissaries When it came as a double flame it was called Castor and Pollux, and accounted a good omen. Folk-lore of Shakespeare Lower down are two columns of a Corinthian temple dedicated to Castor and Pollux, as the inscription records. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" He grasped my shoulder and shouted, "Pollux, my Pollux! have I found thee at last!" A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 Another constellation which children particularly love is the Twins—Castor and Pollux. Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place In the war with the Latins, Castor and Pollux appeared visibly on white horses, and fought on the side of the Romans, who by their assistance gained a complete victory. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The two young priests standing in the morning sun on the steps of the temple of Castor and Pollux? Cecilia A Story of Modern Rome Two more of the Argonauts were Castor and Pollux, p. 55the twin sons of Leda, queen of Sparta. Aunt Charlotte's Stories of Greek History "No," cried he; "thou art named Pollux, and come from Olympus!" A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 But I do know that sailors gloat over Castor and Pollux, and like them better than any other stars. Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place “What,” he cried indignantly, “are we to think of a curriculum—so called—which includes the Republic of Plato and excludes the Onomasticon of Julius Pollux?” The Casual Ward academic and other oddments He showed me where the temple had been, and the house, and the temple of Castor and Pollux. Cecilia A Story of Modern Rome These children, in the fable, had been hatched from two huge swans’ eggs; Castor and Clytemnestra were in one egg, and Pollux and Helen in the other. Aunt Charlotte's Stories of Greek History But in vain," he continued, "have I prayed to Heaven for an inspiration for my Pollux. A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 Pollux is now brighter than Castor, but for thousands of years it was just the other way. Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know Easy studies of the earth and the stars for any time and place The telescope was directed at the double star Castor; which, with Pollux, was glittering brightly in the black-looking sky, when Uncle Richard made way for the boy to take his place. The Vast Abyss The Story of Tom Blount, his Uncles and his Cousin Sam Romulus and Remus have been presented as an actual and specific instance of twins; likewise Castor and Pollux. Sex--The Unknown Quantity The Spiritual Function of Sex Castor and Pollux were the most loving of brothers, and while Castor was famous for horsemanship, Pollux was the best of boxers. Aunt Charlotte's Stories of Greek History Berlioz's "Tristia" given in New York City, by Theodore Thomas; also Rameau's gavotte, tambourine, and minuet, from the opera "Castor and Pollux." Annals of Music in America A Chronological Record of Significant Musical Events Among his numerous works of classical mythology the picture at Munich of Castor and Pollux carrying off the daughters of Leucippus is worthy of being first mentioned. Six Centuries of Painting "And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux." An Old Sailor's Yarns Fancy, too, the glory of being the exclusive possessor in a mixed company of the knowledge that Castor and Pollux came out of the one egg! Literary Tours in The Highlands and Islands of Scotland Argos came into the power of Agamemnon, who had married Clytemnestra, the sister of Castor and Pollux, while his brother Menelaus married the beautiful Helen. Aunt Charlotte's Stories of Greek History Gavotte, Tambourine, and Minuet from "Castor and Pollux." Annals of Music in America A Chronological Record of Significant Musical Events After an enforced stay of three months, he sailed away in the good ship Castor and Pollux and arrived in Syracusa this morning. Chit-Chat; Nirvana; The Searchlight "Come, Pollux! come, Castor!" said Uncle Jack, "it would never do for the donkey to get to the Glen before us." Five Mice in a Mouse-trap by the Man in the Moon. While Procyon—"Dog-in-advance"—the bright "forerunner" of Sirius, Is followed by Pollux, the greater of the Twins. How Girls Can Help Their Country Its distance from Pollux, however, exceeds that of Jupiter from the sun in the ratio of about one hundred and thirty to one. Pleasures of the telescope An Illustrated Guide for Amateur Astronomers and a Popular Description of the Chief Wonders of the Heavens for General Readers By this time they were before the temple of Castor and Pollux, where the great Twin Brethren bathed their horses at Juturna's spring. Ave Roma Immortalis, Vol. 1 Studies from the Chronicles of Rome The constellation of Gemini, or the Twins, contains two bright stars—Castor and Pollux—close to each other. Astronomy of To-day A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language Castor and Pollux thought so too, for they tossed their heads, and quickened their pace to a fast trot, though they were far too well behaved to think of breaking into a gallop. Five Mice in a Mouse-trap by the Man in the Moon. All strangers were absolutely excluded, so that Hercules, Castor, and Pollux, were obliged to be adopted as Athenians in order to their admission; which, however, extended only to the lesser mysteries. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) Even an inexperienced eye perceives at once that it is not as bright as its neighbor Pollux, β. Pleasures of the telescope An Illustrated Guide for Amateur Astronomers and a Popular Description of the Chief Wonders of the Heavens for General Readers When Capella thus marked the first month of the year, the "twin stars," Castor and Pollux, marked the second month of the year in just the same way. The Astronomy of the Bible An Elementary Commentary on the Astronomical References of Holy Scripture Of the twin brethren, Castor and Pollux, Castor is moving away from us at about 4½ miles per second, while Pollux is coming towards us at about 33 miles per second. Astronomy of To-day A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language The most prominent examples of this type are Arcturus, Capella, Aldebaran, Procyon, and Pollux. The Astronomy of Milton's 'Paradise Lost' The Babylonish talent, according to Pollux in his Onomasticon, contained seven thousand Attic drachmas, and consequently was a sixth part more than the Attic talent, which contains but six thousand drachmas. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) Whether this fact is to be regarded as indicating that Castor was brighter than Pollux in 1603, when Bayer attached their Greek letters, is still an unsettled question. Pleasures of the telescope An Illustrated Guide for Amateur Astronomers and a Popular Description of the Chief Wonders of the Heavens for General Readers Four thousand years before the Christian era, the two Twin stars, Castor and Pollux, served as indicators of the first new moon of the year, just as Capella did two thousand years later. The Astronomy of the Bible An Elementary Commentary on the Astronomical References of Holy Scripture Pollux, though marked with the Greek letter β, is the brighter of the two, and nearly of the standard first magnitude. Astronomy of To-day A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language The names of the first-magnitude stars north of the equator are: Arcturus, Capella, Vega, Betelgeux, Procyon, Aldebaran, Altair, Pollux, Regulus, and Deneb. The Astronomy of Milton's 'Paradise Lost' He picked up the log of the Pollux Victory from Brucco's quarters and carried it back to his room. Deathworld Arcturus, on the contrary, gave signs of rapid approach, as well as Pollux, Vega, Deneb in the Swan, and the brightness of the Pointers. A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century Fourth Edition The flames which appear on board of ships were thought by the heathen to be Castor and Pollux. Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II Luther on Sin and the Flood Taken in the following order, the stars Capella, β Aurigæ, Castor, Pollux, Procyon, and Sirius, when they are all above the horizon at the same time, form a beautiful curve stretching across the heaven. Astronomy of To-day A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language Castor and Pollux tell him immortal love stories; all is marvellous and lovely from the plant to the planet, because man is a lover, when he has mastered himself. Child and Country A Book of the Younger Generation This is the Urania which Ebers imagines to have been carved by the young Alexandrine sculptor, Pollux, from the Selene whom we are told Antinous vainly loved. Romance of Roman Villas (The Renaissance) In the winter months, Capella, Castor or Pollux in the East, Sirius or any star in Orion's belt in the South, Deneb in the West, and Polaris in the North are equally as good. Lectures in Navigation According to the poets, every one who passed the Bosphorus was compelled to engage him in single175 combat, until he fell, at last, by the hand of Pollux. Journal of a Visit to Constantinople and Some of the Greek Islands in the Spring and Summer of 1833 Among the very numerous stars of this group are Capella, Aldebaran, Arcturus, Pollux, etc. The Story of the Heavens Fifty illustrious persons joined him, including Hercules and Theseus, Castor and Pollux, Mopsus, and Orpheus. Ancient States and Empires The surly Pollux acted a very different part. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror So they were transferred to the Pollux, and their leaking dory hoisted aboard. Jim Spurling, Fisherman or Making Good "Ha! my Lord Pollux, is it you!" exclaimed Lycidas, with courteous salutation. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The sign or head of St. Paul's ship was Castor and Pollux. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Among these adventurers were Hercules, Theseus, Castor, Pollux, and many others of the heroes of legend. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality This odious disposition of Pollux did not escape the notice of Mr. Howard, who gradually began to neglect him; while Castor, on the contrary, was every day increasing in his master's favour. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror The Pollux was bound east when we picked up your wireless; but this matter is so important that I'm going to postpone that trip for a couple of days. Jim Spurling, Fisherman or Making Good Pollux winced, and knitted his dark brows, as if the remark were unwelcome. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Castor and Pollux, the twin sons of Leda. The Fables of Phædrus Literally translated into English prose with notes Pollux accepted the challenge, and killed the giant with a blow. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Both happened to be attending at table, but Pollux was nearest his master; for the good-natured Castor, in order to avoid strife and contention, always let him choose his place. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror At eight that night the Pollux stopped off the island. Jim Spurling, Fisherman or Making Good Pollux turned his head aside; he cared not that his companion should see the gesture of pain with which he gnawed his nether lip. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History They are easily recognized by the two fine stars, α and β, of first magnitude, which mark their heads, and immortalize Castor and Pollux, the sons of Jupiter, celebrated for their indissoluble friendship. Astronomy for Amateurs And to our right were the peaks of Monte Rosa, Nordend and Dufourspitze, black rock out of white snow, and the ridge of the Lyskamm, and the twin white snow peaks, Castor and Pollux. A Tramp's Notebook The surly Pollux, however, no sooner saw his brother engaged on a meatless bone, though he had feasted on his own delicious morsel, than he fell upon him, and took it from him. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror Eleven o'clock found the Pollux steaming west with her thirty-one additional passengers. Jim Spurling, Fisherman or Making Good "Some of them hold such a wild faith," said Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History It is distinguished only by five stars of fourth and fifth magnitudes, situated below the line of Castor and Pollux, and by a pale cluster called Præsepe, the Beehive. Astronomy for Amateurs "By Pollux the pugilist! he threatens!" exclaimed Catiline, laughing at his dogged anger. The Roman Traitor, Vol. 1 Pollux, seeing so nice a morsel given to his brother, accompanied with such cutting words from his master, began to growl and snarl. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror Before six that night the boys were passing out by Portland Head in the Pollux, bound east. Jim Spurling, Fisherman or Making Good Pollux could hardly suppress a groan, and listened with ill-concealed impatience as the Athenian went on with his narrative. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History He sailed away in the Castor and Pollux of Alexandria, landed at Siracusa and tarried there three days. Castellinaria and Other Sicilian Diversions Taurus rose, with Aldebaran as red as fire; then Castor and Pollux calm in their symmetry, with the Pleiades above like a shattered diamond. In Mesopotamia Had Pollux received so singular a mark of favour, he would undoubtedly have supported it with insolence; but Castor was of a different disposition, and appeared very unhappy at his brother's disgrace. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror It was celebrated, in commemoration of a victory obtained over the Latians, the news of which was said to have been brought by Castor and Pollux, in person. A Treatise on the Art of Dancing "And I have heard enough, and more than enough," muttered Pollux, on whom the description of the scene given by Lycidas had inflicted keen anguish, the anguish of shame and remorse. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History And of the Bear has Pollux mastery: A third is in the race! who is the third, Speeding away swift as the eagle bird? Endymion A Poetic Romance It was as much as we could to spare a small quantity to the dogs, Castor and Pollux. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness The one he called Castor and the other Pollux, hoping they would live in such friendship together as did the two illustrious heroes, after whom they were named. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror “No—Castor and P, x,—Pollux—Castor and Pollux—it’s a Bible name.” The Hoosier School-boy Pollux pressed his lips closely together; he dared not utter the awful name of Him whom he had denied. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Angus said, “Castor and Pollux!” for which he also got rebuked. Out in the Forty-Five Duncan Keith's Vow Cudjo cracked his great wagon-whip, and every now and then uttered a loud ‘wo-ha;’ while Castor and Pollux galloped gaily from side to side, running their noses into every bush that grew near the path. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness The surly Pollux, on the contrary, whenever Mr. Howard had him on his lap, would growl and grumble at Castor if he attempted to come near him, or if any one took notice of him. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror Now as for comradeship"—placing his hand affectionately on the other's shoulder—"by Castor and Pollux, and all the other inseparables, 'tis another thing. Under the Rose "Pity—I envy!" was the thought to which the blanched lips of a renegade dared not give utterance; Pollux but shook his head in reply. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The necessary signals were made, but not being answered, we gave chase, and, after a run of four hours, captured the Castor and Pollux, a French vessel of 16 guns. How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves Updated to 1900 We did not find the black-tails very palatable, and most of their flesh went to feed Castor and Pollux. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness If his master happened to take any notice of either of the strange dogs on account of their good-nature or handsomeness, Pollux would howl as loud as if thieves were actually breaking into the house. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror In the same period, though the traditional date of their temple is later, came the Twin Brethren, Castor and Pollux, and found their way, like Hercules, into the city within the pomoerium. The Religious Experience of the Roman People From the Earliest Times to the Age of Augustus "I cannot tarry here longer, noble stranger," was the hurried reply of Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History "By Pollux and Castor we will!" shouted St. Ours, decidedly vinous. The False Chevalier or, The Lifeguard of Marie Antoinette Castor and Pollux accompanied us of course; and Pompo, as he saw us leave the house, ran neighing around his enclosure, as if quite vexed at our leaving him behind. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness Mr. Howard threw a nice piece of meat to Pollux, which he devoured with much greediness. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror New deities from abroad represent these changes: Hercules of Ara Maxima; Castor and Pollux; Minerva. The Religious Experience of the Roman People From the Earliest Times to the Age of Augustus But Giorgias showed an unusual amount of caution on the present occasion; and Pollux, though he assumed a tone of defiance, was secretly by no means desirous to measure swords with Maccabeus. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Répentigny, by Castor and Pollux," swore d'Amoreau at the first moment of their meeting in private, "here are not five louis, but twenty. The False Chevalier or, The Lifeguard of Marie Antoinette Castor and Pollux were with us; but in our hunting excursions we usually led them in a leash, so that they might not frighten the game by running ahead of us. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness The order was instantly obeyed, and Pollux was led to his kennel, while his brother rambled about at liberty. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror "Castor and Pollux with one soul between them." The Verbalist A Manual Devoted to Brief Discussions of the Right and the Wrong Use of Words and to Some Other Matters of Interest to Those Who Would Speak and Write with Propriety. Pollux bit his nether lip till the blood came. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History They were also famous for their physical accomplishments, Castor being the most expert charioteer of his day, and Pollux the first of pugilists. Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome This was an object, certainly; as, out of our scanty larder, Castor and Pollux did not fare the best sometimes. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness Notwithstanding all these marks of tenderness, Pollux always received his brother in the most surly manner, howling as though he were come to devour him, and treating him with every mark of disrespect. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror But some claimed to have seen a spirit but visible army, such as Elijah at Dothan showed to his servant, or Castor and Pollux at Lake Regillus, fighting in front of our lines. A Labrador Doctor The Autobiography of Wilfred Thomason Grenfell Pollux paused, turning over in his mind who would be the noble most likely to fulfil these conditions; and thinking aloud, he uttered the words, "such a one as Lycidas the Athenian." Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Zeus wished to confer the gift of immortality upon Pollux, but he refused to accept it unless allowed to share it with Castor. Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome Official duplicates were deposited in other temples, like those of Castor and Pollux, Mars Ultor, Ops, and others, and kept at the disposal of the public, whence their name of pondera publica. Pagan and Christian Rome Pollux and Castor, might I stand betwixt, In heaven without thee would I not be fixt. The Works of Christopher Marlowe, Vol. 3 (of 3) The most common oath of the ancient Romans was By Herculês! for men; and By Castor! for women; By Pollux! for both. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook, Vol. 3 Pollux, skilful in the courtier's art of reading the thoughts of men, saw symptoms of yielding in the face of his prisoner, and pushed his advantage. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History While Theseus was imprisoned in the under world Castor and Pollux, the brothers of Helen, invaded Athens, and demanded the restoration of their young sister. Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome That meant this ship was outbound on the Aldebaran run—Proxima Centauri, Sirius, Pollux, Procyon, Capella and Aldebaran. The Colors of Space An imaginary line from Capella through Pollux will point out Acubens. A Field Book of the Stars While victory was still doubtful, Castor and Pollux, on their white horses, appeared to the Roman dictator, and fought for the Romans. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook, Vol. 3 The latter might bow down in the house of Rimmon, Pollux argued, while the spirit retained its allegiance to the only true God. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Sestertius was a silver coin, stamped on one side with Castor and Pollux, and on the opposite with the city. Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology For Classical Schools (2nd ed) Do you wish to be wakened for the week we shall spend in each of the Proxima, Sirius and Pollux systems, sir? The Colors of Space Location.—A line drawn from Pollux, in Gemini, to γ in Cancer, and prolonged about 12°, strikes Regulus, the brilliant star in the heart of the Lion. A Field Book of the Stars By Castor and Pollux—by Jove himself a rare fellowship hath been born of this tempest. The Coming of the King Leave me—leave me!" cried Zarah passionately, at the first pause made by Pollux; "it is sinful, cruel, to tempt me thus! Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History In this expedition Pollux slew Amycus, son of Neptune, and king of Bebrycia, who had challenged all the Argonauts to box with him. Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology For Classical Schools (2nd ed) Pollux adds 136 his testimony that the wooden seats were in the agora. The American Journal of Archaeology, 1893-1 Location.—Procyon, the Little Dog Star, lies about 23° south of Pollux, in Gemini. A Field Book of the Stars Here I was stopped by the innocent youth's remark, that I certainly was quizzing, for he knew that Castor and Pollux were the same in Latin as in English. Louis' School Days A Story for Boys "But you never can endure the agonies which await you if you madly hold out in your obstinate resistance!" cried Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The whole history of Castor and Pollux, the two Dioscuri, is very strange and inconsistent. A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.) Suddenly over the Permanent Scene two Supernatural Beings appear and move along, recognized by the Chorus as Castor and Pollux, the Family Deities. Story of Orestes A Condensation of the Trilogy The following table of first-magnitude stars in the Zodiacal constellations confines the question of identifying the planets to a comparison of the unknown star with the following-named stars: Castor and Pollux in Gemini. A Field Book of the Stars The gentleman's eyes may twinkle like Castor and Pollux, twin stars; but he can't wink out of sight that town line of Blandford. Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2 Zarah, you will drive me to madness!" exclaimed Pollux, alarmed at the constancy shown by so timid and fragile a being; "nay, turn not away, I will be heard! Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Hence it is that Castor and Pollux, two names of the same personage, were supposed to preside over judicial affairs. A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.) Procyon, Sirius, Castor and Pollux had climbed about half-way from the horizon to the meridian. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Castor is a fine double for a telescope, and Pollux has three little attendant stars. A Field Book of the Stars "Excuse me, madam," he began, lunging viciously at Castor and Pollux with his feet. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume V. (of X.) And Pollux, for a brief space, could think of nothing but the fact that his child was clasped in his arms. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History On this account the same province of supreme judge was conferred on his substitute Castor, in conjunction with his brother Pollux: and they were accordingly looked upon as the conservators of the rights of mankind. A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.) The Pelasgi, ancient inhabitants of Greece, and who settled Samothrace, celebrated these Mysteries, whose origin is unknown: and they worshipped Castor and Pollux as patrons of navigation. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry A line drawn from Nath in Auriga to Pollux in Gemini, and prolonged about 15°, ends in Præsepe, the Manger, the great star cluster in Cancer, which is also called "The Bee Hive." A Field Book of the Stars He promptly hid, and when Adnah arrived with the bathing suits, that young lady found her aunt calmly seated on the ground, holding Castor and Pollux each by a dripping collar. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume V. (of X.) Presently Pollux was at her side; she felt his hand gently laid on her shoulder. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Pollux, who was of a character superior to what is generally imagined, was said to have been turned to a stone. A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.) Like the twins, Castor and Pollux, the two kept together in one spot, and both were illumined with the light of belief. Memorials of the Faithful Castor and Pollux, in Gemini, point southeast to it. A Field Book of the Stars Yesterday, I had a slice of Pollux for dinner. Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris The muleteer looked with stern surprise on the corpse of Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Eliza: Elizabeth; twins of Jove: the stars Castor and Pollux; baldric: belt, the zodiac. The Golden Treasury Of the Best Songs and Lyrical Poems in the English Language Do they not still Learn thus the Centaur's skill, the art of Thrace, To ride? or Pollux's mystery, to fence? The Customs of Old England The Century Dictionary gives the color of Pollux as very yellow. A Field Book of the Stars Castor and Pollux's trunks sold for 45fr. a lb.; the other parts of the interesting twins fetched about 10fr. a lb. Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris I have such a burden of my own to carry," observed Pollux, bitterly, "that I shall scarcely be sensible of so small an addition to its weight. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History In fact, those four names—D'Artagnan, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis—were venerated among all who wore a sword: as, in antiquity, the names of Hercules, Theseus, Castor, and Pollux, were venerated. The Vicomte de Bragelonne Or Ten Years Later being the completion of "The Three Musketeers" And "Twenty Years After" The brothers, by themselves, Castor and red-haired Pollux, wander far Into the forest solitudes. The Poetical Works of William Lisle Bowles, Vol. 1 With Memoir, Critical Dissertation, and Explanatory Notes by George Gilfillan On the outside is the birth of Venus; and on the inside of the cover, the story of Rameau's most famous opera, Castor and Pollux. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 117, July, 1867. Willingly she told over and over again the story of Castor and Pollux, of the Great Bear and the Little Bear, of Cassiopeia, and Corona Borealis. The Camp Fire Girls in the Maine Woods Or, The Winnebagos Go Camping "Impossible, impossible," muttered Pollux, rising from his seat as if to depart; but Zarah detected indecision in his tone. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Castor was mortal, but his brother Pollux was immortal; so when the former was slain in fight Pollux obtained from Jupiter permission that each should spend half their time in heaven, half in Hades. The Æneid of Virgil Translated into English Verse by E. Fairfax Taylor "We had also upon our mainyard an apparition of a little fire by night, which seamen do call Castor and Pollux." Froude's Essays in Literature and History With Introduction by Hilaire Belloc The statues on each side, the works, as they are inscribed, of Phidias and Praxiteles, stood in undiminished grandeur, representing Castor and Pollux, who with majestic power tamed the rearing animal at their side. The Last Man The Romans won, and the first news of victory was brought to Rome by the miraculous appearance of Castor and Pollux who were seen watering their horses in the Forum at the spring of Juturna. The Religion of Numa And Other Essays on the Religion of Ancient Rome Pollux left Zarah still on her knees, nor did she rise when he had torn himself from her clinging arms and left the apartment. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The Romans believed the stars were the famous Greek warriors Castor and Pollux, placed in the heavens after their deaths. Rip Foster in Ride the Gray Planet Thus each country had its legends and the Greeks continued to the end to relate them and to offer worship to their ancient heroes—Perseus, Bellerophon, Herakles, Theseus, Minos, Castor and Pollux, Meleager, Œdipus. History Of Ancient Civilization On one occasion, when he was praising Rameau's chorus of "Castor and Pollux," an admirer of his flattered him with the remark, "But what a difference between this chorus and that of your 'Iphig�nie'!" The Great German Composers In such cases confusion was sure to follow, and subsequent antiquarians would be tempted to write treatises proving the original connexion of Castor or Pollux with the Penates, as gods of protection in general, etc. The Religion of Numa And Other Essays on the Religion of Ancient Rome Tossed backwards and forwards on a wild sea of doubt—a vessel without ballast, compass, or rudder—was the mind of the miserable Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History To the north-east and north the Sickle, the Goat and Kids, Cassiopeia, Castor and Pollux, and the two Dippers. Adventures in Criticism She sat very far away from him, and, gathering up the reins again, brought Castor and Pollux to their scattered senses; but her face was not quite so grim and unreadable as before. The Guinea Stamp A Tale of Modern Glasgow He had seen Castor and Pollux, like twin stars, above his ship, steering it through a storm. Greek and Roman Ghost Stories After leaving the Vatican, Corinne conducted him to the Colossi of Mount Cavallo; these two statues represent, as it is said, Castor and Pollux. Corinne, Volume 1 (of 2) Or Italy Ever and anon Pollux tore his beard, or smote his breast; unconsciously giving expression by outward gesture to the inward torture which he felt. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History This star is the middle one of a group of three, lying between Pollux and Al Fard rather nearer the latter. Half-hours with the Telescope Being a Popular Guide to the Use of the Telescope as a Means of Amusement and Instruction. Immediately after the eclipse was over, we observed the distance of each limb of the moon from Pollux and α Arietis; the one being to the east, and the other to the west. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 Thereupon the howitzers are christened promptly "The Great Twin Brethren," "Castor and Pollux," and "Puffing Pals," everybody selecting the name that appeals to his imagination most strongly. Four Months Besieged The Story of Ladysmith He frequently seated himself between Castor and Pollux, and ordered that all who came to this temple to worship should pay their adorations only to himself. Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. Pollux felt that he could not bring his pride to submit to the degradation, or his worldliness to the loss. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Towards the north-east, a few degrees easterly, are the twin-stars Castor and Pollux, in a vertical position, Castor uppermost. Half-hours with the Telescope Being a Popular Guide to the Use of the Telescope as a Means of Amusement and Instruction. But Postumius, when he heard it, knew that these were Castor and Pollux, the great twin brethren of the Greeks, and that it was they who fought so well for Rome at the Lake Regillus. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Fewer have seen Castor and Pollux, than have seen a lion, and he says men cannot paint what they have not seen. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 55, No. 340, February, 1844 Throughout the opera there are unmistakable traces of Rameau's influence, indeed it is plain that Gluck frankly took Rameau's 'Castor et Pollux' as his model when he sat down to compose 'Orfeo.' The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Conscience would no longer be silenced—Zarah had aroused the sleeper; beside the faith and purity of his own child, Pollux had regarded himself almost as a demon! Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Towards the south-east, high up above the horizon, we see the twin-stars Castor and Pollux. Half-hours with the Telescope Being a Popular Guide to the Use of the Telescope as a Means of Amusement and Instruction. Paris, on arriving at Sparta, was hospitably entertained by Menelaus as well as by Castor and Pollux, and was enabled to present the rich gifts which he had brought to Helen. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Mr. Allison at one o'clock this morning made an observation of Pollux from an artificial horizon, which made its altitude 85 degrees 36 minutes. Journal of Landsborough's Expedition from Carpentaria In search of Burke and Wills Perhaps the most beautiful of the ruins of the Forum are the three marble columns of the Temple of Castor and Pollux near the Basilica Julia. Roman Mosaics Or, Studies in Rome and Its Neighbourhood Zarah had spoken of the possibility of his yet giving joy to the lofty-souled mother whom Pollux, in the midst of his guilt, had not ceased to reverence and love. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Hence, on the sky, the stars will be found about one-fourth of the way from the zenith towards the horizon: Castor will be seen immediately above Pollux. Half-hours with the Telescope Being a Popular Guide to the Use of the Telescope as a Means of Amusement and Instruction. The fortifications and defences were, however, hastily pushed forward, and the platforms for the two large and ancient howitzers known as "Castor" and "Pollux" were soon completed. The Record of a Regiment of the Line Being a Regimental History of the 1st Battalion Devonshire Regiment during the Boer War 1899-1902 The heavenly twins are called Castor and Pollux. Young Folks' Library, Volume XI (of 20) Wonders of Earth, Sea and Sky The immediate vicinity of the Temple of Castor and Pollux is full of interest to the classical student. Roman Mosaics Or, Studies in Rome and Its Neighbourhood "Here's to our friend the magnificent Pollux!" exclaimed Lysimachus, raising on high a huge goblet of wine. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History A line from Procyon to Pollux leads quite near to Polaris. Recreations in Astronomy With Directions for Practical Experiments and Telescopic Work And she shall have her seat by Castor and Pollux in the bosom of the sky, the guardian of mariners. The Tragedies of Euripides, Volume I. On the whole, the theory is more ingenious than convincing, and we have no proof that the figures of Castor and Pollux on the altar were duplicates of the Celtic pair. The Religion of the Ancient Celts According to tradition, the Roman forces were assisted by Castor and Pollux, who helped them to achieve their signal victory. Roman Mosaics Or, Studies in Rome and Its Neighbourhood Stars were paling, the night was waning, the door of safety was slowly, imperceptibly closing—soon, soon the decision of Pollux, if made, would be made too late! Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History It is equally distant from Procyon and a point a little below Pollux. Recreations in Astronomy With Directions for Practical Experiments and Telescopic Work The manner of hunting the purple fish is thus described by Pollux, i. The Tragedies of Euripides, Volume I. Their offspring were the Asvins, who are more or less analogous in their helpful character to Castor and Pollux. Modern Mythology Among the Bushmen of South Africa, Castor and Pollux are not young men, but young women, the wives of the Eland, the great native antelope. Custom and Myth "Then the die is cast!" exclaimed Pollux, almost relieved by being at least freed from the misery of indecision. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History By this character Pollux, by this the wandering Hercules, arrived at the starry citadels; among whom Augustus has now taken his place, and quaffs nectar with empurpled lips. The Works of Horace Fleming too, who already stood much higher as a lyrist and had travelled widely, lacked the power of describing scenery, and must needs call Oreads, Dryads, Castor and Pollux to his aid. The Development of the Feeling for Nature in the Middle Ages and Modern Times "Mother, are Castor and Pollux all right?" cried the smallest child, and promptly fell on his nose on the gangway, disrupting the file. Shandygaff But the names of stars which we inherit from Greek mythology—the Bear, the Pleiads, Castor and Pollux, and so forth—are such as no people in our mental condition would originally think of bestowing. Custom and Myth Pollux silenced his daughter's expostulation with an impatient gesture of the hand. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Ha! that was a home thrust!--well averted by Pollux! Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 6 Several stars were observed by the pilot for the purpose of foretelling the weather, the principal of which were Arcturus, the Dog Star, Orion, Castor and Pollux, &c. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson We had also vpon our maine yard, an apparition of a little fire by night, which seamen doe call Castor and Pollux. The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques, and Discoveries of The English Nation, Vol. XII., America, Part I. Let us next examine the stars Castor and Pollux. Custom and Myth "And you are the angel leading me thence," exclaimed Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History By Pollux! how well he keeps his temper! Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 6 Julius Pollux is still more ample in his account of theatrical masks used in Tragedy, Satyr, and Comedy. A History of Pantomime We are now, as you know, in the metropolis of Pollux. Punch Among the Planets In Greece it was not Castor and Pollux, but Orion who was the great hunter placed among the stars. Custom and Myth Under the shadow of the colonnade now reached, Pollux awaited his daughter;—the first point of danger was happily passed. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History An island in the Aegean, where Castor and Pollux were worshipped. Narrative and Lyric Poems (first series) for use in the Lower School Pollux informs us, that there were trap-doors for ghosts, furies, and the infernal deities. A History of Pantomime Now panting Pollux fails, his fists move slow, He trips, the Chicken plants a smashing blow. Punch Among the Planets The ancients thought that Pollux and Castor at first taught the practice to the Lacedæmonians; but, whatever be its origin, all climes have adopted it. The Abominations of Modern Society As Zarah stood hesitating, she could hear Pollux behind her giving the password to the sentries. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History When, during a thunderstorm, a light played around the masts and sails of the ship, Castor and Pollux were supposed to be present, watching over the fortunes of the vessel. Narrative and Lyric Poems (first series) for use in the Lower School May I play Pollux to his Castor Thro' years that bind our hearts the faster With golden tether; And every morbid fear releasing, May our affection bide unceasing— every salary raise increasing— Then die together! Eugene Field, a Study in Heredity and Contradictions — Volume 1 The story of his being deprived of sight by Castor and Pollux for defaming their sister Helen is mentioned by many classical writers. Simon Magus There will be a crow's-nest on the mast, and at the bows a rehead of Rome or Alexandria or of some deity, perhaps of Castor and Pollux combined. Life in the Roman World of Nero and St. Paul "When I raise my hand, come forward and go forth," whispered Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The latter contains the temples of Vespasian, of Concordia, of Castor and Pollux, and others. A Trip Abroad Chesterton is merely English for Castor, and Belloc is Pollux transmuted into French. Old and New Masters Nelson, the well-known profit-sharing captain of industry, was the entertainer of select groups whose geniality was stimulated by modest potations of Anheuser-Bush, in St. Louis always the Castor and Pollux in every convivial firmament. The Last Leaf Observations, during Seventy-Five Years, of Men and Events in America and Europe Gemini, the Twins, two stars in the southern hemisphere named Castor and Pollux; also the name of a sign of the zodiac. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge Pollux seemed to be about to pass out, when he suddenly raised his hand, as his appointed signal to his daughter. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History You probably do not know that the ancients acted all parts, without exception, in masks, as you will find in Athenaeus, Pollux and others. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 04 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes Behind these, Castor and Pollux, and next the cloudlike, nebulous Cancer. Hodge and His Masters Even Bibulus joked about it saying that he had suffered the same fate as Pollux: for, although that hero possessed a temple in common with his brother Castor, it was named only for the latter. Dio's Rome, Volume 2 An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek During the Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus; and Now Presented in English Form. Second Volume Extant Books 36-44 (B.C. 69-44). In the morning I climbed the Quirinal Hill, now called Monte Cavallo, from the colossal statues of Castor and Pollux, with their steeds, supposed to be the work of Phidias and Praxiteles. Views a-foot "It is against orders," he began, when Pollux interrupted him. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Poetry and philosophy formed in his thought an inseparable unit, forever joined, "though seldom together—like Castor and Pollux." The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 04 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes Castor, of classic fable, is the son of Jupiter and Leda, and twin-brother of Pollux. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook The breaking of the egg was also introduced, from which sprang Castor and Pollux, according to the ancient fable. The Life of Michelangelo Buonarroti Castor and Pollux were born from the egg. The Devil's Dictionary The soldiers could scarcely repress a shout at the unexpected liberality of Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Castor and Pollux, it was said, had fought armed and mounted, at the head of the legions of the commonwealth, and had afterwards carried the news of the victory with incredible speed to the city. Lays of Ancient Rome In Latin the single fire is called "Helen," but the two "Castor and Pollux." Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook The two great negroes, taking advantage of this hesitation, burst among them with mighty blows and strange Afro-American oaths, Castor and Pollux in bronze. The Cruise of the Jasper B. They were conjectured to be Castor and Pollux. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans "This way, my child," whispered Pollux, as drew Zarah in the direction of one of the high narrow streets of Jerusalem. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History It is therefore conceivable that the appearance of Castor and Pollux may be become an article of faith before the generation which had fought at Regillus had passed away. Lays of Ancient Rome Castor and Pollux will the north-west; far away through the plantation Vega and Cassiopeia's chair stood daintily poised on the uppermost boughs. Far from the Madding Crowd When at last Castor was slain in a great battle, Pollux prayed Jupiter to let them be again united. Classic Myths This Flora, we are told, was such a celebrated beauty, that Caecilius Metellus, when he adorned the temple of Castor and Pollux with paintings and statues, among the rest dedicated hers for her singular beauty. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans More than half intoxicated as he was, Lysimachus instantly recognized Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History May 12, wearing the broad ribbon of the Black Eagle, he went with the Empress to the theatre of La Scala and saw the opera of Castor and Pollux. The Court of the Empress Josephine For the present he remained in the temple of Castor and Pollux to watch events. A History of Rome During the Later Republic and Early Principate The ancient Greeks used to believe that twin brothers named Castor and Pollux had been really placed in the sky. Classic Myths Clitus, however, stayed not to finish his devotions, but came straight to supper with the king, who had sacrificed to Castor and Pollux. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans "I give an account of my movements only to such as have a right to demand it," said Pollux haughtily, attempting to pass his rival, while Zarah kept close behind her father. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Thus, half-an-hour's drive from our village still stands the château and birthplace of Florian, the Pollux of fabulists, La Fontaine being the Castor, no other stars of similar magnitude shining in their especial arc. In the Heart of the Vosges And Other Sketches by a "Devious Traveller" Latitude by Pollux, 23 degrees 24 minutes 51 seconds; by Jupiter, 23 degrees 24 minutes 52 seconds. Explorations in Australia The Journals of John McDouall Stuart Pollux was just as famous in boxing and wrestling. Classic Myths In a battle near Lake Regillus, when the Romans began to give way, the dictator invoked Castor and Pollux, vowing to dedicate a temple to them in case he was victorious. Outline of Universal History "The fox has caught sight of the trap—Pollux has found out that I hold his death-warrant," cried Lysimachus; "and that his head must fall at sunrise!" Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The same were the Castor and Pollux of the ancients. Palestine or the Holy Land From the Earliest Period to the Present Time To the northeast and north the Sickle, the Goat and kids, Cassiopeia, Castor and Pollux, and the two Dippers. Complete Prose Works Specimen Days and Collect, November Boughs and Goodbye My Fancy Sons of Tyndarus, that is, Castor and Pollux, "the great twin brethren," held in peculiar reverence at Sparta. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux. Expositions of Holy Scripture: the Acts Pollux started at the words of his enemy. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The second class includes about three-eighths of his stars, including Capella, Pollux, and Arcturus. History of Astronomy Adonis, of the bark of a myrrh tree; and Castor and Pollux of the doupe of that egg which was laid and hatched by Leda? Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 1 The Indigites were heroes who were ranked among the gods, and included particularly Hercules, Castor and Pollux, and Quirinus or Romulus. Handbook of Universal Literature From the Best and Latest Authorities Strange conjunction—Castor and Pollux on the prow, and Paul on the deck! Expositions of Holy Scripture: the Acts For Pollux also beheld his mother, and the sudden, unexpected vision of her from whom he had so long been divided, seemed to have power to arrest even the hand of death. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History The star Arietis was on one side of the Moon and Pollux on the other. Captain Cook's Journal During the First Voyage Round the World Two alone, Princes among their people, are not seen,— Castor the fearless horseman, and the skilled In boxing, Pollux,—twins; one mother bore Both them and me. National Epics Rather than antagonists, one would have taken them for twin brethren, like two other famous horsemen, Castor and Pollux. Journal of an African Cruiser The spectral lights which hung upon the masts of the ancient galleys of the Mediterranean were named Castor and Pollux, not electricity. Steam, Steel and Electricity "It is too true," said Lycidas sadly; for he could not look upon the countenance of Pollux and doubt that life was extinct. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History I think of a poem that I used to recite about Santa Claus—"Ho, Castor! ho, Pollux!"—and then ho a lot of other things—a Donner and a Blitzen I remember in particular. The Journal of Arthur Stirling : the Valley of the Shadow For Pollux had prayed that his brother Castor, who was subject to death, as the son of Tyndarus, should partake of his own immortality, which he derived from an immortal sire. The Adventures of Ulysses A priest presides over them, dressed in woman's apparel; but the gods worshipped there are said, according to the Roman interpretation, to be Castor and Pollux. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Chaucer and Dryden have here confused the story of Theseus and Pirithous with account of Castor and Pollux. Palamon and Arcite He tried to persuade her to fly; but even his entreaties could not draw the mourner from the dead bodies of Hadassah and Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History "Pollux is married, so that Castor is left alone." Chicot the Jester This the Fates denied; therefore Pollux was permitted to divide his immortality with his brother Castor, dying and living alternately. The Adventures of Ulysses A glimpse, through overhanging foliage, of the steps to the Campidoglio, with Castor and Pollux beside their horses at top, may be a fortunate accident of his course. Roman Holidays, and Others He makes a great discovery, or rediscovery, that Phidias's colossal statues of Castor and Pollux on the Monte Cavallo are the finest figures in Rome. The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne Pollux now pointed to a broad, covered passage to the right, lighted by lamps, of which some had already burnt out, and others were flickering. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Moreover, Julius Pollux mentions among the decorations of New Comedy, a sort of tent, hut, or shed, adjoining to the middle edifice, with a doorway, originally a stable, but afterwards applicable to many purposes. Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature There are certain legendary names which when spoken or remembered evoke a second image and raise a double personality, Castor implies Pollux; Ninos, Euryalus; Damon, Pythias. Paris under the Commune The Seventy-Three Days of the Second Siege; with Numerous Illustrations, Sketches Taken on the Spot, and Portraits (from the Original Photographs) He convoked the Senate, and occupied the temple of Castor and Pollux with armed men. The Gracchi Marius and Sulla Epochs of Ancient History His quick appreciation of the colossal statues of Castor and Pollux on the Quirinal is the best proof of this. The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne And had Pollux perished thus, there would have been none of that gleam of hope which, at least in Zarah's eyes, now rested upon his grave. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Fame and honor are twins; and twins, too, like Castor and Pollux, of whom the one was mortal and the other was not. The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: the Wisdom of Life Latitude by Pollux 18 degrees 3 seconds. 8th February. Journals of Australian Explorations The Romans numbered him among the Dii Adcititii, of such as were raised to heaven by their merit, as Hercules, Castor and Pollux. Thaumaturgia But, oh Castor and Pollux, whither—in what direction is it, that the man is driving us? Note Book of an English Opium-Eater The jewel was a massive silver bracelet, which had been worn by the unhappy Pollux. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History During the republic the temple of Castor and Pollux, which served for the assembly of the Senate and judicial business, was erected, not of the largest size, but very rich and beautiful. The Old Roman World, : the Grandeur and Failure of Its Civilization. Latitude by Canopus and Pollux 18 degrees 45 minutes 45 seconds. 25th February. Journals of Australian Explorations Herodes, delighted with the idea that Demonax was humouring his whim like other people, asked what it was that Pollux required of him. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 For thus, among the Romans Juno was thought to enrich, Febris to keep off fever, Castor and Pollux to protect horsemen, etc. Apology of the Augsburg Confession But though Pollux could to a certain extent trample down compunction, and force his conscience to silence, he had not perfect command over his nerves. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History By Castor and Pollux! he must think very superbly of himself, or very meanly of me.' Theological Essays and Other Papers — Volume 2 Latitude by Pollux 18 degrees 15 minutes 26 seconds. 12th February. Journals of Australian Explorations The great Herodes, mourning the untimely death of Pollux, used to have the carriage and horses got ready, and the place laid at table, as though the dead were going to drive and eat. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 Lieutenant Schwatka decided to keep to the river under all circumstances, though at present it was impossible to tell whether it was the Castor and Pollux or a branch of Back's River. Schwatka's Search |
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