Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction

by Helen Morales

Book Overview

From Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. But what do those myths represent, and why are they so enduringly fascinating? Why do they seem to be such a potent way of talking about our selves, our origins, and our desires? This imaginative and stimulating Very Short Introduction goes beyond a simple retelling of the stories to explore the rich history and diverse...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192804766
• ISBN13: 9780192804761
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.4" x 6.7"