The Complete World of Greek Mythology.THE COMPLETE WORLD OF GREEK MYTHOLOGY Greek mythology Oral and literary traditions of the ancient Greeks concerning their gods and heroes and the nature and history of the cosmos. The Greek myths and legends are known today primarily from Greek literature, including such classic works as Homer's Iliad and RICHARD BUXTON One of the richest legacies of the ancient Greek people is their mythology, which thrives in various incarnations even today. Buxton, a Greek scholar at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom, provides a comprehensive and authoritative retelling re·tell·ing n. A new account or an adaptation of a story: a retelling of a Roman myth. of these myths and in doing so defines each one's theme, relevance to Greek religion and society, and relationship to the landscape. A wealth of Greek artistic imagery that helps define Greek mythology is presented here through brilliant photographs and illustrations of artifacts artifacts see specimen artifacts. . Buxton provides a foundation for his topic by first defining the general characteristics of a Greek myth and the evidence available for dissecting dis·sect tr.v. dis·sect·ed, dis·sect·ing, dis·sects 1. To cut apart or separate (tissue), especially for anatomical study. 2. its meaning and significance within its original contexts. The book also addresses myths topically, including chapters that deal with creation, the power of gods, heroism, including the legendary expeditions of the Greeks to Troy, and the heroines who faced some terrifying ter·ri·fy tr.v. ter·ri·fied, ter·ri·fy·ing, ter·ri·fies 1. To fill with terror; make deeply afraid. See Synonyms at frighten. 2. To menace or threaten; intimidate. events and strange family relationships. Thames Hudson, 2004, 256 p., color/b&w photos/illus., hardcover, $39.95. |
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