classical mythology in literature

A study companion to Homer's "Odyssey" containing historical and mythological background; discussion of Homeric values and the plot, themes, and literary features of each of the epic's books; a character index; and suggested activities and classroom projects.

Contains a collection of critical essays about Sophocles and his works, arranged in chronological order of original publication.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that explain the meaning and origins of approximately two thousand allusions found in the Bible, as well as in Greek, Roman, Norse, and other mythologies, and includes examples of usage and cross-references.

An introduction to critical analysis of ancient Greek dramatist Euripides, featuring biographical notes on the author, and including plot summaries, character lists, and a selection of critical views on four plays, including "Alcetis," "The Bacchae," "Medea," and Iphigenia at Aulis.".

Includes biographical information about the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles, with selections discussing his writing style, literary devices, and dramatic technique; essays examining "Oedipus the King"; and articles that look at his other plays and various attempts to translate them into mediums besides theater.