Classical Mythology in English Literature: A Critical Anthology / Edition 1

by Geoffrey Miles

Overview

Classical Mythology in English Literature brings together a range of English versions of three classical myths. It allows students to explore the ways in which they have been reinterpreted and reinvented by writers throughout history. Beginning with a concise introduction to the principle Greco-Roman gods and heroes, the anthology then focuses on three stories:
* Orpheus, the great musician and his quest to free his wife Eurydice from death
* Venus and Adonis, the love goddess and the beautiful youth she loved
* Pygmalion, the master sculptor who fell in love with his creation.
Each section begins with the classical sources and ends with contemporary versions, showing how each myth has been used/abused or appropriated since its origins

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415147552
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/27/1999
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	446
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Geoff Miles is at the School of English, Film and Theatre at the University of Wellington.

Table of Contents

Preface Part One 1. The Myth Kitty 2. A Rough Guide to the Gods 3. A Mythical History of the World in One Chapter Part Two 4. Orpheus 5. Venus and Adonis 6. Pygmalion Bibliography Index of Mythological Names Index of Authors.