classical mythology

Retells seven stories in Greek mythology about such heroes as Heracles, Atalanta, Perseus, and Jason, and provides commentary, question-and-answer sections, a glossary, and a further-reading list.

An examination of Greek mythology, looking at what the myths have to say about the origins of gods and humans, the adventures of Heracles, the heroes of the Trojan War, and the loves of Pyramis and Thisbe, Orpheus and Eurydice, and Alcetis and Admetus.

Contains entries that provide information about various aspects of Greek and Roman mythology, grouped in the categories of rulers, heroes, and other human characters; major and minor gods; animals, monsters, spirits, and forces; important places and things; and major myth tellers and their works. Includes retellings of twelve myths.

A lavishly illustrated retelling of a famous ancient Greek myth.

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

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.

A collection of fifteen retellings of Greek myths.

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.

A collection of myths relating the exploits and adventures of the gods and heroes of ancient Greece.