Studies on Greek Gods and Heroes: Interpretations and Appropriations. Athenian Dialogues V

The Greek gods and heroes are captivating as well as challenging objects of study. This volume brings together specialists who address some of the most important theoretical and methodological questions about them through case-studies, engage critically with the views of major past scholars and offer new suggestions. Among the questions examined are the relation between myth and ritual, how to account for the different competences of the Greek gods, how to approach the portrayal of gods and...