mythology in literature

"Hercules. Zeus. Athena. These legendary heroes of mythology have captivated people for thousands of years. But did you know they also play a part in the life and adventures of Wonder Woman? Get ready to explore how Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and other world mythologies are woven into the fabric of the Princess of the Amazons' backstory. The connections will surprise you!"--Back cover. '.

"Among the many colorful and absorbing stories from the fabulous mythology of ancient Greece, few are as fascinating, exciting, and downright entertaining as the tale of the hero Jason and his quest to find the Golden Fleece. That skin of a magic sheep was thought to bring good luck, riches, and prosperity to whoever possessed it. This fleece supposedly existed in a faraway land said to be filled with terrifying monsters and other dangers. Yet the young and fearless Jason did not flinch when a power-hungry king challenged him to search out and bring back the magical object. After building a fast and sturdy ship named the Argo, Jason gathered a crew of other heroes. One of them was the mighty Heracles, whom the Romans called Hercules. Jason and his Argonauts set off on what would prove to be one of humankind's most fateful voyages"--.

"When the ancient Greeks found themselves in a difficult situation, they would pray to this daughter of Zeus for guidance. Of course, like the other gods and goddesses, Athena was not without faults. Her fierce independence often led her to rebel against her father and to fight with her many brothers and sisters. But she also came to their aid over and over again, proving herself to be worthy of her title--and all the respect with which it came"--.

"Chances are good that you have heard the name Apollo at least once. After all, it is the name of one of the most famous theaters in New York City. It is even the name of one of the most important space exploration programs created by NASA. But who was Apollo, and why was he important? To the ancient Greeks, Apollo was the god of the sun, as well as the god of music and poetry. Both he and his twin sister Artemis played a significant role in the religion of the ancient Greeks, who believed that they and the other gods and goddesses ruled the world. To them he was as real as the beautiful gifts of light and music, which they believed he bestowed on them"--.

Focuses on the works of Yeats, Pound, Eliot and Auden, the author traces the use of mythical illusions in twentieth-century poetry.

Discusses the personal meaning and origins of L. Frank Baum's development of the land of Oz, covering the people, places, and events from Baum's life that are behind the images and characters he created.

Examines elements of mythology, folklore, and religion in the House of Night series by P.C. and Kristin Cast, which follows the adventures of fledgling vampyre Zoey Redbird at a vampyre boarding school in Oklahoma.

Explains how J. K. Rowling interweaves myths, legends and folklore into the Harry Potter stories.