Myths of the Ancient Greeks

Myths of the Ancient Greeks
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 386
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ISBN-10 : 9781101126981
ISBN-13 : 1101126981
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Book Synopsis Myths of the Ancient Greeks by : Richard P. Martin

Download or read book Myths of the Ancient Greeks written by Richard P. Martin and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003-04-01 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From one of today’s foremost scholars, a lively retelling of the timeless tales… Here are the myths that have influenced so much of our cultural heritage. Such age-old stories as the tragic love of Orpheus and Eurydice or Demeter’s loss of her daughter, Persephone, resonate strongly with readers even today. In this book the rousing adventures of the heroes Herakles, Theseus, and Perseus are intertwined with the tragedies of immortal Prometheus and mortal Oedipus, the amorous escapades of Zeus, the trickery of Hermes, and the ecstasy of Dionysus. In-depth introductions to each section deepen your understanding of the myths—and heighten your reading pleasure. Presented in simple yet elegant prose, these tales emerge in brilliant new life. From the creation battle of the gods and Titans to Odysseus’ return home from the Trojan War, this indispensable volume contains fifty-six legendary stories—handed down from generations past—that will continue to captivate readers for generations to come.


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