Classical Mythology Author:Mark P. O. Morford, Robert J. Lenardon Classical Mythology examines the literary tradition of Greek and Roman mythology through extensive translations and examinations of original mythological sources. Written to be used in collegiate undergraduate courses, this comprehensive and accessible introduction to classical mythology incorporates a dynamic combination of poetic narratives an... more »d enlightening commentary to make classical myths come alive for students. The authors' insightful discussions of classical myths in their historical and cultural settings--as well as their survival in literature, art and music--remain unparalleled.
Part 1 The myths of creation - the gods; myths of creation; Zeus' rise to power - the creation of mortals; the twelve Olympians - Zeus, Hera, and their children; anthropomorphism and Greek humanis; Poseidon, sea deities, group divinities, and monsters; Athena; Aphrodite and Eros; Artemis; Apollo; Hermes; Dionysus, Pan, Echo, and Narcissus; Demeter and the Eleusinian mysteries; views of the afterlife - the realm of Hades; Orpheus and Orphism - mystery religions in Roman times. Part 2 The Greek sagas - Greek local legends; the Theban saga; the Mycenaean saga; the Trojan saga; the returns; Perseus and the legends of Argos; Heracles; Theseus and the legends of Attica; the Argonauts; myths of local heroes and heroines. Part 3 The survival of classical mythology - the nature of Roman mythology; the survival of classical mythology; classical mythology in music and film.« less