mythology, roman

Reveals the truths and teachings that lie behind many of the Classical Greek and Roman myths, and addresses the question of the role that storytelling played in these diverse societies.

Explores the myths and legends of ancient Rome; and describes its history, geography, religious beliefs, government, and customs.

A graphic comic containing three mythological stories from Rome including "The Wanderings of Aeneas," "Romulus and Remus," and "Horatius and the Bridge.".

Presents an introduction to Roman mythology, providing information on their origins and the role they played in Roman culture and society. Includes illustrations and examples of myths.

Discusses life in ancient Rome and presents the myths that civilization has bequeathed us.

Contains information about the people of ancient Greece and Rome including many of the traditional hero myths, wars, songs, artifacts and poems of these ancient cultures.

A guide to Greek and Roman mythology that contains information on the different gods and the roles they play in mythology, descriptions of mythological monsters, accounts of the Trojan War battles, and other related topics.

A collection of stories showing how the Romans explained the world, its origins, and the people living in it.

When Pluto wrongly takes Proserpina to be his bride in the Underworld, Ceres, mother of Proserpina and goddess of the Earth, withdraws into a cave to mourn and refuses to permit crops to grow.

Relates the exploits of Hercules and his importance in Roman mythology, including his connection to such figures as King Augeas and Queen Hippolyte, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.