A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more
than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and
places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology
A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman
mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and
Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware,
this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character
and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales.
From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the
Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that
populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and
energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each
definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations,
and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult.
In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology
A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an
essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary
edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates
and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.