This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite characters from greek mythology with this collection of profiles to tell you who's who in classical lore!
With comprehensive entries that outline each character's name, roles, related symbols, and foundational myths, you can get to know the roots of these personas and better understand the stories they inspire today. With this character-focused, handy reference, you will never be confused about ancient greece!
You'll discover within this epic compendium:
- The 14 unforgettable tales of olympian gods that define the hierarchy of the divine world.
- Fascinating backstories of titanic battles, revealing the cosmic conflicts that predate humanity.
- The 7 key heroes of greek mythology, from perseus to hercules, and their immortal quests.
- 9 mythical creatures that symbolize the ancient fears and fascinations of humanity.
- The creation myths explained, providing rich context and understanding of the universe's origins.
- Spectacular illustrations that bring gods and monsters to vivid life, enhancing the storytelling experience.
The ancient greeks believed there were a great number of gods and goddesses. These gods had control over many different aspects of life on earth. In many ways they were very human.
The ancient greeks built great temples and sanctuaries to their gods. They held festivals in their honour, with processions, sports, sacrifices and competitions. Stories of the gods' exploits were told to children by their mothers and to large audiences by professional bards and storytellers. People today still enjoy hearing stories about the greek gods.
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite characters from greek mythology with this collection of profiles to tell you who's who in classical lore!
With comprehensive entries that outline each character's name, roles, related symbols, and foundational myths, you can get to know the roots of these personas and better understand the stories they inspire today. With this character-focused, handy reference, you will never be confused about ancient greece!
You'll discover within this epic compendium:
- The 14 unforgettable tales of olympian gods that define the hierarchy of the divine world.
- Fascinating backstories of titanic battles, revealing the cosmic conflicts that predate humanity.
- The 7 key heroes of greek mythology, from perseus to hercules, and their immortal quests.
- 9 mythical creatures that symbolize the ancient fears and fascinations of humanity.
- The creation myths explained, providing rich context and understanding of the universe's origins.
- Spectacular illustrations that bring gods and monsters to vivid life, enhancing the storytelling experience.
The ancient greeks believed there were a great number of gods and goddesses. These gods had control over many different aspects of life on earth. In many ways they were very human.
The ancient greeks built great temples and sanctuaries to their gods. They held festivals in their honour, with processions, sports, sacrifices and competitions. Stories of the gods' exploits were told to children by their mothers and to large audiences by professional bards and storytellers. People today still enjoy hearing stories about the greek gods.
Greek Mythology: The Gods and Goddesses of Greek Mythology (An Illustrated Encyclopedia Unveiling Legendary Creatures and Beasts of Mythology)
Greek Mythology: The Gods and Goddesses of Greek Mythology (An Illustrated Encyclopedia Unveiling Legendary Creatures and Beasts of Mythology)
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940194037957 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Thomas Amoroso |
| Publication date: | 03/22/2025 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
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