Mythology is not about the past. The past is what's behind us and
that's not where mythology really exists. The big daddy of mythology
hails from ancient Greece - and whether we realize it or not, Greek
mythology influences the western world of today.
If you have ever seen the Atlantic Ocean, if you love the wonders of
stargazing, if you've dreamed of being in the Olympics, or made
reference to Pandora's Box - then you have been influenced by Greek
mythology.
The Greeks were not a boring bunch, and their mythology was no
different! Greek Mythology: Timeless Tales from the Ancients is a
smart, fun, compulsively listenable overview of the Greek's favorite
characters and tales. These myths are filled with sex, violence, drama,
lies, monsters, hubris, journeys, and just about anything else you can
think of! This modern guide to favorite Greek myths includes:
- Overviews of legendary Greek mythology figures and their Roman
counterparts
- Thematic, rousingly written overviews of the 50 most popular Greek
myths such as "The Birth of Athena" to "Perseus and Medusa"
- A complete index of gods and goddesses, heroes and humans told through
lively, easy-to-understand narratives
Part reference and all rousing listen, Greek Mythology: Timeless Tales
from the Ancients brings ancient Greek mythology to life and leaves the
scholarly footnotes behind. Strap on your winged sandals and get ready
for a journey through the ancients.
