Greek Roman Myths

Author : Philip Matyszak
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010-11-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500770696

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The Greek and Roman Myths: A Guide to the Classical Stories by Philip Matyszak Pdf

Full of intriguing facts and diverting stories—the ideal introduction to the myths and tales that lie at the heart of Western culture. Who was Pandora and what was in her famous box? How did Achilles get his Achilles heel? What exactly is a Titan? And why is one computer virus known as a Trojan horse? The myths of ancient Greece and Rome can seem bewilderingly complex, yet they are so much a part of modern life and discourse that most of us know fragments of them. This comprehensive companion takes these fragments and weaves them into an accessible and enjoyable narrative, guiding the reader through the basic stories of classical myth. Philip Matyszak explains the sequences of events and introduces the major plots and characters, from the origins of the world and the labors of Hercules to the Trojan War and the voyages of Odysseus and Aeneas. He brings to life an exotic cast of heroes and monsters, wronged women and frighteningly arbitrary yet powerful gods. He also shows how the stories have survived and greatly influenced later art and culture, from Renaissance painting and sculpture to modern opera, literature, movies, and everyday products.

Author : Tony Allan
Publisher : Time Life Medical
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN : PSU:000045149658

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Titans and Olympians by Tony Allan Pdf

Text and illustrations provide an introduction to the myths and legends of the Greeks and Romans.

Author : Richard Marcus,Natalie Buczynsky,Jonathan Shelnutt
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781646042166

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Introduction to Greek Mythology for Kids by Richard Marcus,Natalie Buczynsky,Jonathan Shelnutt Pdf

Discover the exciting and fascinating world of Greek and Roman gods, goddesses, monsters, and heroes, from Zeus and Athena to Hercules, Medusa, and more! Take a journey through Mount Olympus, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome with this collection of the greatest tales found in Greek and Roman mythology. From origin stories to family drama, you’ll learn about the most powerful Olympic gods including Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Hades, and more. But this book has more than just gods and goddesses! You’ll also discover the dangerous and intriguing world of ancient monsters, fantastical creatures, and mortal heroes that populate some of the most awesome stories from the time, including: Atlas, who carries the weight of the world on his shoulders Kronos, a Titan who swallows his newborn children Persephone, a kidnapped goddess who becomes queen of the Underworld Minotaur, a half-bull, half-man imprisoned in a labyrinth Hydra, a poisonous serpent who grows two heads when one is severed Sirens, sea nymphs whose irresistible singing lures sailors to their doom All of these tales and more are written in a fun, kid-friendly manner, perfect for children interested in history or for fans of the Percy Jackson series.

Author : J.K. Jackson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781787556324

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Greek & Roman Myths by J.K. Jackson Pdf

The classical gods of Rome uncoiled from the fertile imaginations of the ancient Greeks whose gods were passionate and violent, jealous of their powers and subject to both mighty outbursts of love and all-consuming bouts of vengeful war. The dark forces of the ancient world were held at bay by the resourceful and emerging civilisation that formed the basis of Western culture, providing a tradition of fabulous tales that are retold in this new book. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

Author : Elisabeth Wåghäll Nivre
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2015-06-18
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781443878913

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Allusions and Reflections by Elisabeth Wåghäll Nivre Pdf

In June 2012, scholars from a number of disciplines and countries gathered in Stockholm to discuss the representation of ancient mythology in Renaissance Europe. This symposium was an opportunity for the participants to cross disciplinary borders and to problematize a well-researched field. The aim was to move beyond a view of mythology as mere propaganda in order to promote an understanding of ancient tales and fables as contemporary means to explain and comprehend the Early Modern world. W ...

Author : Philip Freeman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9781451609974

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Oh My Gods by Philip Freeman Pdf

The author, a professor of classics and visiting scholar at the Harvard Divinity school presents modern interpretations of traditional Greek and Roman myths that render classic themes accessible to a new generation of readers. Here he retells some of the most popular myths and tales of errant gods, fantastic creatures, and human heroes, including powerful Zeus, his wife Hera, Apollo, beautiful Aphrodite, fierce Athena, the dauntless heroes Theseus and Hercules, the doomed lovers Orpheus and Eurydice, as well as the tales of the Argonauts, and the narrative of the Battle of Troy. These Greek and Roman myths are as relevant today as ever in their sharp observations about human nature; they still inspire awe, give us courage, and break our hearts. They have inspired plays, operas, and paintings, and live on today in movies and video games. -- From back cover.

Author : Cirro Oh
Publisher : Youngjin Singapore Pte. Limited
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Caricatures and cartoons
ISBN : 9810522401

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Greek and Roman Mythology by Cirro Oh Pdf

Presents stories about the twelve gods and goddesses of Olympus.

Author : Malcolm Couch
Publisher : In the Hands of a Child
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Mythology, Classical
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Greek & Roman Mythology by Malcolm Couch Pdf

A pictorial examination of Greco-Roman mythology and its heroes.

Author : H. A. Guerber
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1893
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Myths of greece and rome by H. A. Guerber Pdf

Author : Frank Edgar
Publisher : Mark Twain Media
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2008-09-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781580378185

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Greek & Roman Mythology, Grades 6 - 12 by Frank Edgar Pdf

Tell tales to students in grades 5 and up using Greek and Roman Mythology! This 128-page book includes reproducible activities that develop higher-level thinking skills through mythological stories, maps, charts, crossword puzzles, quizzes, and worksheets. The book covers topics such as mythology, geography, history, and creative writing. Students love learning about these fascinating tales!

Author : Kathleen N. Daly
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Mythology, Classical
ISBN : 9781438128009

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Greek and Roman Mythology, A to Z by Kathleen N. Daly Pdf

Alphabetically listed entries identify and explain the characters, events, important places, and other aspects of Greek and Roman mythology.

Author : William Hansen
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 579 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-29
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780691195926

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The Book of Greek and Roman Folktales, Legends, and Myths by William Hansen Pdf

The first anthology to present the entire range of ancient Greek and Roman stories- from myths and fairy tales to jokes Captured centaurs and satyrs, talking animals, people who suddenly change sex, men who give birth, the temporarily insane and the permanently thick-witted, delicate sensualists, incompetent seers, a woman who remembers too much, a man who cannot laugh-these are just some of the colorful characters who feature in the unforgettable stories that ancient Greeks and Romans told in their daily lives. Together they created an incredibly rich body of popular oral stories that include, but range well beyond, mythology-from heroic legends, fairy tales, and fables to ghost stories, urban legends, and jokes.

Author : Luke Roman,Monica Roman
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 561 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781438126395

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Encyclopedia of Greek and Roman Mythology by Luke Roman,Monica Roman Pdf

Greek and Roman mythology has fascinated people for more than two millennia, and its influence on cultures throughout Europe, America, North Africa, and the Middle East attests to the universal appeal of the stories. This title examines the best-known figures of Greek and Roman mythology together with the great works of classic literature.

Author : E. M. Berens
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781447481935

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Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome - Being a Popular Account of Greek and Roman Mythology by E. M. Berens Pdf

This volume contains E. M. Berens’ "The Myths and Legends of Greece and Rome", being a popular account of Greek and Roman mythology. Covering the whole breadth of Roman and Greek mythology from the primordial Gods to the heroes of legend, this accessible book is highly recommended for those looking for for an introduction to the topic. It would make for a great addition to any bookshelf. The chapters of this volume include: “Greek Mythology”, “Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome”, “First Dynasty – Origin of the World”, “Uranus and Gaea”, “ Second Dynasty”, “Cronus”, “Rhea”, “Division of the World”, “Theories as to the Origin of Man”, “Olympian Divinities – Third Dynasty”, etcetera. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition - complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on greek mythology.

Author : Richard Buxton
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2004-06-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500776407

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The Complete World of Greek Mythology (The Complete Series) by Richard Buxton Pdf

A full, authoritative, and wholly engaging account of these endlessly fascinating tales and of the ancient society in which they were created. Greek myths are among the most complex and influential stories ever told. From the first millennium BC until today, the myths have been repeated in an inexhaustible series of variations and reinterpretations. They can be found in the latest movies and television shows and in software for interactive computer games. This book combines a retelling of Greek myths with a comprehensive account of the world in which they developed—their themes, their relevance to Greek religion and society, and their relationship to the landscape. "Contexts, Sources, Meanings" describes the main literary and artistic sources for Greek myths, and their contexts, such as ritual and theater. "Myths of Origin" includes stories about the beginning of the cosmos, the origins of the gods, the first humans, and the founding of communities. "The Olympians: Power, Honor, Sexuality" examines the activities of all the main divinities. "Heroic exploits" concentrates on the adventures of Perseus, Jason, Herakles, and other heroes. "Family sagas" explores the dramas and catastrophes that befall heroes and heroines. "A Landscape of Myths" sets the stories within the context of the mountains, caves, seas, and rivers of Greece, Crete, Troy, and the Underworld. "Greek Myths after the Greeks" describes the rich tradition of retelling, from the Romans, through the Renaissance, to the twenty-first century. Complemented by lavish illustrations, genealogical tables, box features, and specially commissioned drawings, this will be an essential book for anyone interested in these classic tales and in the world of the ancient Greeks.