mythology, classical

An encyclopedia to classical and world mythology which provides information on the myths, gods, goddesses, and legends of various cultures around the world.

A collection of Greek and Roman mythological tales.

Texas writer Barbara McBride-Smith retells fifteen Greek myths in a Western voice, featuring such characters as Orpheus, Pandora, Cupid and Psyche, and Odysseus and Achilles.

Examines Greek myths and the treatment of the gods in the "Iliad, " the "Odyssey" and the "Aeneid, " discussing the very human experiences of the gods and illustrating the myths' relevance to modern readers.

Retells 38 major Greek myths within their historic contexts.

Provides an introduction to classical myths placing the addressed topics within their historical context, discussion of archaeological evidence as support for mythical events, and how these themes have been portrayed in literature, art, music, and film.

Describes the themes, characters, and legends of Greek and Roman mythology.

Retells many myths from classical mythology featuring such gods and godesses as Apollo, Bacchus, Daphne, and Prometheus.

Retells some of the most famous Greek myths about gods, goddesses, humans, heroes, and monsters, explaining the background of the tales and how they have survived.