Who S Who In Classical Mythology

Author : Michael Grant,John Hazel
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 581 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2004-08-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134509423

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Who's Who in Classical Mythology by Michael Grant,John Hazel Pdf

Who's Who in Classical Mythology is the most complete and detailed reference book of its kind. It offers scholarly, yet accessible accounts of those mythological tales surrounding such gods as Apollo, Zeus, Athena and Dionysus, and mortals such as Achilles, Odysseus, Jason, Aeneas, Romulus and Remus and Tarquin. It contains over 1200 extensive entries, covering both Greek and Roman characters, providing detailed biographical information, together with historical and geographical background. In addition there are comprehensive genealogical trees of important mythological families and a detailed list of all Greek and Latin writers referred to in the text.

Author : Adrian Room
Publisher : Gramercy
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 0517222566

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Who's Who in Classical Mythology by Adrian Room Pdf

With more than 1,200 entries, this dictionary-style guide is the most comprehensive source available for everything you'd like to know about the giants--and lesser-known characters --of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Seven appendixes, a complete bibliography, and detailed black-and-white reproductions of related scenes taken from painted ceramics of the period complement this concise, readable reference to the heroic undertakings, noble and moving loving stories, and poignant tales of the ancient world.

Author : Edgerton Skyes,Alan Kendall,Egerton Sykes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781136414442

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Who's Who in Non-Classical Mythology by Edgerton Skyes,Alan Kendall,Egerton Sykes Pdf

First published in 2001. Part of the Routledge Who's Who series, this is an accessible, authorative and enlightening definitive biographical guides to a range of subjects. Focusing on mythology, this book provides a uniquely comprehensive guide to world mythology beyond Greece and Rome with over 2,500 accessible and detailed entries. A complete historical and cultural context of each entry covering a wide geographical scope, from the Near East and Europe to Asia, the Americas, Australasia and Africa. Presented in an easy to use A-Z format this is the ideal reference resource for anyone interested in mythology.

Author : William F. Hansen
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780195300352

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Classical Mythology by William F. Hansen Pdf

Classical Mythology offers newcomers and long-time enthusiasts new ways to navigate the world of Greek and Roman myths, beginning by exploring the landscapes where the myths are set. It then provides a richly detailed timeline of mythic episodes from the origin of the cosmos to the end of the Heroic Age--plus an illustrated mythological dictionary listing significant characters, places, events, objects, and concepts.

Author : Mark P. O. Morford,Robert J. Lenardon
Publisher : Longman Publishing Group
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Religion
ISBN : UVA:X001115221

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Classical Mythology by Mark P. O. Morford,Robert J. Lenardon Pdf

An excellent primer on classical mythology for readers who have little or no background of classical knowledge.

Author : Helen Morales
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2007-08-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780191579332

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Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction by Helen Morales Pdf

From Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. But what do those myths represent, and why are they so enduringly fascinating? Why do they seem to be such a potent way of talking about our selves, our origins, and our desires? This imaginative and stimulating Very Short Introduction goes beyond a simple retelling of the stories to explore the rich history and diverse interpretations of classical myths. It is a wide-ranging account, examining how classical myths are used and understood in both high art and popular culture, taking the reader from the temples of Crete to skyscrapers in New York, and finding classical myths in a variety of unexpected places: from arabic poetry and Hollywood films, to psychoanalysis, the bible, and New Age spiritualism. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Author : Richard Martin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317539162

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Classical Mythology: The Basics by Richard Martin Pdf

This is an engaging introduction which explores the latest thinking about Classical mythology, the history of interpreting myths and the role of myths in cultural tradition, from painting to opera, philosophy, politics, drama, and religion in the modern day. It answers such questions as what are ancient myths and who invented them where do gods come from what makes a hero how is Classical myth used in the modern world and what approaches are there to the study of myth? Featuring further reading and case studies from antiquity to the modern day, this is an essential introduction to the myths which have been a fundamental part of Western culture throughout history.

Author : Annette Giesecke
Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780762497133

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Classical Mythology A to Z by Annette Giesecke Pdf

A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales. From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult. In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.

Author : Nancy Conner
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010-02-10
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781440502408

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The Everything Classical Mythology Book by Nancy Conner Pdf

Presents an introduction to ancienct Greek and Roman myths, gods, goddesses, monsters, and magical beasts.

Author : Malcolm Day
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Goddesses, Greek
ISBN : 0733319203

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100 Characters from Classical Mythology by Malcolm Day Pdf

Mind-expanding and entertaining, this intriguing book charts 100 of the most important characters from Greco-Roman mythology, from the primordial deities to the great gods of Olympus and the shadowy inhabitants of Hades. Addressing universal themes such as love, jealousy, anger, ambition, deceit, and beauty, their stories are as relevant today as they were in ancient times.

Author : Liv Albert
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781507215494

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Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook by Liv Albert Pdf

Includes bibliographic references and index.

Author : Jennifer R. March
Publisher : Oxbow Books
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782976356

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Dictionary of Classical Mythology by Jennifer R. March Pdf

Jenny March’s acclaimed Dictionary of Classical Mythology, first published in 1998 but long out of print, has been extensively revised and expanded including a completely new set of beautiful line-drawing illustrations for this Oxbow edition. It is a comprehensive A – Z guide to Greek and Roman mythology. All major myths, legends and fables are here, including gods and goddesses, heroes and villains, dangerous women, legendary creatures and monsters. Characters such as Achilles and Odysseus have extensive entries, as do epic journeys and heroic quests, like that of Jason and the Argonauts to win the Golden Fleece, all alongside a plethora of information on the creation of the cosmos, the many metamorphoses of gods and humans, and the Trojan War, plus more minor figures – nymphs, seers, kings, rivers, to name but a few. In this superbly authoritative work the myths are brilliantly retold, along with any major variants, and with extensive translations from ancient authors that give life to the narratives and a sense of the vibrant cultures that shaped the development of classical myth. The 172 illustrations give visual immediacy to the words, by showing how ancient artists perceived their gods and heroes. The impact of myths on ancient art is also explored, as is and their influence in the postclassical arts, emphasising the ongoing inspiration afforded by the ancient myths. Also included are two maps of the ancient world, a list of the ancient sources and their chronology, the more important genealogies, and an index of recurrent mythical motifs.

Author : Stephen Harris,Gloria Platzner
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education
Page : 1088 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0073407526

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Classical Mythology: Images and Insights by Stephen Harris,Gloria Platzner Pdf

Classical Mythology: Images and Insights approaches the study of myths through complete works of Greco-Roman literature, including six complete Greek dramas and generous excerpts from the narratives of Homer, Hesiod, Virgil, and Ovid, and through carefully chosen examples of classical works of art, both painting and sculpture. Combining literary masterpieces with the visual arts, this integrative approach offers readers a comprehensive experience with both cognitive and aesthetic appeal.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1435162889

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Classical Mythology by Anonim Pdf

Author : Edgerton Skyes,Alan Kendall,Egerton Sykes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781136414374

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Who's Who in Non-Classical Mythology by Edgerton Skyes,Alan Kendall,Egerton Sykes Pdf

First published in 2001. Part of the Routledge Who's Who series, this is an accessible, authorative and enlightening definitive biographical guides to a range of subjects. Focusing on mythology, this book provides a uniquely comprehensive guide to world mythology beyond Greece and Rome with over 2,500 accessible and detailed entries. A complete historical and cultural context of each entry covering a wide geographical scope, from the Near East and Europe to Asia, the Americas, Australasia and Africa. Presented in an easy to use A-Z format this is the ideal reference resource for anyone interested in mythology.