From one of todayâs foremost scholars, a lively retelling of the timeless talesâ¦
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 Demeterâs 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 mythsâand 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 Odysseusâ return home from the Trojan War, this indispensable volume contains fifty-six legendary storiesâhanded down from generations pastâthat will continue to captivate readers for generations to come.
Categories:
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Fantasy
- Action & Adventure
- Fantasy
Publisher : New American Library
Author : Martin, Richard P.
Language : English
Edition : Illustrated
Published :2003-08-21
Number Of Pages : 368
Binding : Paperback
ISBN-10 : 0451206851
ISBN-13 : 9780451206855
Item weight : 0.7 lb
Dimensions : 0.9 in x 5.3 in x 7.9 in
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