classical mythology

A proud Minoan prince challenges the Goddess Diktynna, who first offers him rewards for his courage but then threatens to destroy Thera, his homeland, when his boasting angers her.

A retelling of Greek myths, including those about Perseus and Medusa, Pandora's box, and the Golden Fleece.

A king who wishes for the golden touch is faced with its unfortunate consequences. Includes an audio cassette with narration and music.

Kidnapped by pirates, young Dionysus turns his cold-hearted captors into friendly dolphins.

Explores the history and origins of centaurs, describes their characteristics and behaviors, recounts centaur legends, and looks at centaurs in popular culture.

Recreates the popular myths of ancient Greece, including the legend of Odysseus.

A collection of classical myths that were related by Roman poet Ovid and have been an influence on English literature.

Presents ten ancient Greek myths accompanied by color illustrations, and includes a general introduction, a glossary, and a list of related resources. Covers such figures as Diana and Acteon, Apollo and Daphne, and Mars and Venus.

A collection of approximately two hundred poems related to the figures of Greek mythology, written by late-twentieth-century writers both established and lesser known.

The Romans treated myths as history so many tales surround the founding of Rome, its rituals, religious practices, and noble families.