Mythology: Who's Who in Greek and Roman Mythology

Mythology: Who's Who in Greek and Roman Mythology
ISBN-10
0785838414
ISBN-13
9780785838418
Series
Mythology
Category
Social Science
Pages
288
Language
English
Published
2020-03-17
Publisher
Crestline Books
Author
E.M. Berens

Description

Explore classic stories of the great Greek and Roman heroes, gods, and monsters along with breathtaking images of classic artwork and fascinating ancient artifacts. Mythology: Who's Who in Classical Mythology is an indispensable guide to all the Greek and Roman mythological characters, from major deities such as Athena and Bacchus, to the lesser-known wood nymphs and centaurs. Also included, of course, are the heroic mortals, figures such as Jason, Aeneas, Helen, Achilles, and Odysseus, all brought to life in a fascinating series of portraits drawn from a wide variety of ancient literary sources. Each entry offers a small window into a timeless mythological world, one filled with epic battles, bizarre metamorphoses, and all sorts of hideous and fantastic monsters. The perfect book for casual browsers and folklore enthusiasts alike, Mythology offers a rich and readable guide to some of the greatest stories ever told.

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