mythology, classical

An alphabetically arranged reference guide to Greek and Roman mythology that describes the central mythical figures and their exploits and retells the ancient legends.

Examines the historical development of Greco-Roman mythology, its heroes, and its influence on the history of Western civilization.

A catalog of Greek and Roman legends is accompanied by 210 images of paintings, sculpture, and pottery. Includes a map of the ancient Mediterranean world and a chart that cross-references Greek and Roman characters.

Features over 1,200 entries detailing the origins and meanings of Greek and Roman names, arranged alphabetically, and including illustrations and a complete bibliography.

Guide to the myths and legends of the ancient world, divided into the three designations of Classical, Celtic, and Nordic, each featuring alphabetically arranged entries detailing characters, locations and sites of interest, significant events, stories, and symbols.

Contains over five hundred alphabetically arranged entries that provide information on the major figures, places, stories, objects, and themes in Greek and Roman mythology, and includes illustrations, a bibliography, an index, and cross-references.

Presents the gods, goddesses, heroes, places, and other aspects of Greek and Roman mythology in alphabetically arranged entries.

A collection of Greek, Roman, and Norse myths retold by the author.

Cupid, the spoiled and mischievous god of love, is attracted to and marries the beautiful mortal, Psyche, and both learn many lessons about the nature of love.

Contains over five hundred alphabetically arranged entries that provide information on the major figures, places, stories, objects, and themes in Greek and Roman mythology, and includes illustrations, a bibliography, an index, and cross-references.