A Brief Guide to the Greek Myths

Author: Stephen P. Kershaw
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1472107543
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 228

Book Description
The book leads the reader through these vibrant stories, from the origins of the gods through to the homecomings of the Trojan heroes. All the familiar narratives are here, along with some less familiar characters and motifs. In addition to the tales, the book explains key issues arising from the narratives, and discusses the myths and their wider relevance. This long-overdue book crystallises three key areas of interest: the nature of the tales; the stories themselves; and how they have and might be interpreted. For the first time, it brings together aspects of Greek mythology only usually available in disparate forms - namely children's books and academic works. There will be much here that is interesting, surprising, and strange as well as familiar. Experts and non-experts, adults, students and schoolchildren alike will gain entertainment and insight from this fascinating and important volume.

A Brief Guide to the Greek Myths

Author: Steven Kershaw
Publisher: Carroll & Graf Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 548

Book Description
Presents retellings of both well-known and forgotten Greek myths along with information on how they have remained a vital influence in Western culture, from Renaissance painters to modern-day Hollywood.

A Brief Guide to the Greek Myths

Author: Stephen P. Kershaw
Publisher: Robinson Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Mythology, Greek
Languages : en
Pages : 552

Book Description
A uniquely authoritative yet lightly handled examination of the key tales in the corpus of Greek mythology.

Greek Mythology

Author: Hourly History
Publisher: Hourly History
ISBN: 1535100109
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 49

Book Description
Greek Mythology is an enormous field of study and a brief guide is a daunting task for any writer. The myths have a way of entwining one with another, and it is difficult to present a coherent story line without feeling one has omitted the best part of the story. Inside you will read about… - What Is A Myth? - The Sources Of Greek Mythology - The Creation Of The Universe And The Gods - What Of Man? What Of Woman? - The Greek Pantheon - The Trojan War - The Influence Of Greek Drama - Two Greek Mortal Heroes In Mythological Tales This guide succeeds in presenting an overall sketch of the creation of the world and the battles that follow, resulting in Zeus taking his place as the supreme god and ruling the earth from Mount Olympus. It covers the creation of man, it seems, as a bit of an afterthought for the amusement of the Olympians and some of the most famous stories that have come down to us via the writings of the great dramatists of the Classical Age. There are concise biographies of the twelve gods that make up the Olympians as well as of the heroes of the Trojan War.

The Complete Guide to Greek Myths

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781435161627
Category : Mythology, Greek
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
"From heroic Thesus to terrifying Medusa, find out all about the gods, goddesses, monsters, and mortals in the fascinating world of ancient Greek Myths."--Back cover.

Greek Myths and Legends

Author: Cheryl Evans
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9780746087190
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 63

Book Description
Identifies the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of Greek mythology, recounts the most famous stories, and briefly describes Greek history and culture.

A Guide for Using D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths in the Classroom

Author: Cynthia Ross
Publisher: Teacher Created Resources
ISBN: 155734423X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 50

Book Description
Introduces children to the gods, people and beliefs of ancient Greek myths.

Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction

Author: Helen Morales
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0192804766
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 167

Book Description
From Zeus to Europa, to Pan and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome continue to pervade the numerous facets of our existence. The author explores the rich history and varying interpretations of classical myth in both high art and popular culture as well as its ongoing influence in modern society.

A Brief Guide to the Greek Myths

Author: Stephen P. Kershaw
Publisher: Robinson
ISBN: 1472107543
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 228

D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths

Author: Ingri d'Aulaire
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1524770647
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210

Book Description
"I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."—R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder Kids can lose themselves in a world of myth and magic while learning important cultural history in this beloved classic collection of Greek mythology. Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece—gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters—as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come.