classical mythology

A collection of eight adapted classic Greek and Roman myths.

A collection of the mythologies of mankind from pre-Biblical Egypt and preHomeric Greece to Africa, the Orient, the Pacific, and the Americas.

Contains myths of Olympus, thunderous tales of Norse gods, ancient legends of deities and heroes and other myths of ancient Greece and Rome.

Retells the following Greek myths: "The Gorgon's Head," "The Golden Touch," "The Paradise of Children," "The Three Golden Apples," "The Miraculous Pitcher," and "The Chimaera." Includes essays on Nathaniel Hawthorne and Walter Crane.

Describes the mythological figures of the zodiac and presents facts on the constellations to which they are linked, also discussing the Milky Way and the life cycle of a star.

A collection of Greek adventures that have been retold by Nathaniel Hawthorne.

Based on the Greek myths, depicts the heroic adventures of Perseus, as he battles magic, monsters and ancient gods to rescue beautiful Andromeda from a primeval sea horror.

The first episode introduces the Greek gods and legends and explores the significance of ancient Greek culture today. The second episode shows how archaeology helps us learn about the past and illustrates ancient Greek contributions to our culture.

Jason is searching for the Golden Fleece that is guarded by a serpent dragon. He gathers Hercules and the sons of the North Wind to set sail on a gigantic ship, the Argo.

The story of Daedalus, the Greek master craftsman, who murdered his nephew because of envy, fled to Crete, and then, with his son, tried to fly away from Crete like a bird.