Understand Greek Mythology

Steve Eddy (author), Claire Hamilton (author)

Non-Fiction, History & Politics, Ancient History, Ancient Greek History | Paperback Published on: 25/05/2012

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Synopsis

Ancient Greek myths shaped and were shaped by one of the most important culture in the history of the world. Even today, stories such as Oedipus, Narcissus, Odysseus and the Golden Fleece reverberate through our popular culture.

This is the ideal introduction to Greek myth. The opening chapter is a detailed background to Greek culture and mythology. From then on , the book explores thirteen well-known Greek myths, retelling them in modern English, and teasing out their meanings and cultural significance.

Publisher: John Murray Press
ISBN: 9781444163469
Number of pages: 176
Weight: 146g
Dimensions: 196 x 130 x 16 mm

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‘TY UnderstandGreek Mythology’ is a great way to either become acquainted with the classical world’s religious and heroic figures, as well as brush up on t... READ MORE