SynopsisEdith Hamilton's guide remains the definitive source for anyone seeking to explore the history and significance of Greek and Roman mythology. Hamilton provides an insightful introduction to classical mythology, detailing its importance in ancient society and continuing relevance today, and then gives specific summaries of all the most important characters and stories, including the creation of the world, the rise of Zeus and the gods, the Trojan War, and the adventures of mortal heroes such as Hercules, Perseus, and Odysseus. Hamilton summarizes all of the most fascinating tales, and many lesser known ones as well, and also analyzes their meaning, symbolism and connection to the natural world.
| Key Details |
| Author: | Edith Hamilton |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Grand Central Pub |
| Format: | Paperback |
| ISBN-10: | 0446607258 |
| ISBN-13: | 9780446607254 |
| Additional Details |
| Edition Description: | Reissue |
| Size |
| Length: | 352 pages |
| Thickness: | 0.8 in |
| Weight: | 5.6 oz |
Publisher's NoteFrom Odysseus's adventure-filled journey to the Norse god Odin's effort to postpone the final day of doom, a treasury of Western mythology offers the key dramas, primary characters, triumphs, failures, fears, and hopes told thousands of years ago. Reprint.
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