Books with title The Gods and Goddesses of Greek Mythology

From a prize-winning author and illustrator comes this wonderfully rich and varied collection of fifteen stories from Greek mythology, freshly retold and made accessible for today's young readers. All the famous Greek gods and goddesses feature in these legendary stories: Zeus, Hera, Apollo, Paris, Aphrodite, Athens - as well other larger-than-life characters. Read about how Paris judged who was the fairest goddess of all, how the city of Athens was named and how dolphins were created. All the magic and drama of Geraldine McCaughrean's retellings are beautifully matched by Emma Chichester Clark's lively illustrations, inspired by Greek art and culture.

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This beautiful collection of stories features six sumptuously illustrated tales from Greek mythology, including Zeus and the Olympians, Aphrodite and Hephaestus, Apollo and the Lyre, Artemis and Orion, Persephone and Hades, and Athena and Poseidon. These timeless stories recount the creation of the gods and goddesses, and their adventures, romances, and feuds with each other. Retold in engaging, age-appropriate prose, this book will entertain young readers (ages 6-10) and supplement curriculum-based learning on ancient Greek culture. It contains a glossary as well as an introduction explaining the origins of Greek myths. Full-color illustrations.

The gods and goddesses of Greek mythology have inspired painting, sculpture, literature and music, books and movies. Their stories continue to influence Western culture, despite the fact that the civilization that created them disappeared thousands of years ago. Author Michelle M. Houle skillfully weaves together the threads of the gods and goddesses of wars, love affairs, and personal quests for power, as well as their very creation. Each story is complemented by expert commentary written by scholars and specialists on Greek mythology.

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Greek Mythology still remains an unparalleled tower of intrigue. The literary works of antiquity authored by phenomenal writers such as Hesiod, Sappho, and Aeschylus relate the many fascinating tales of the Greek gods and the cosmos. This eBook discusses the other Greek deities that existed besides the major Olympian gods. Eros (cupid), Nemesis, Hades, Nike, Morpheus, Hecate, Adonis, the Muses—are but a few. Chronicling unique stories of each god, the eBook familiarizes you with the distinguished traits and responsibilities of each deity, be it honorable or discreditable. Stories that highlight the rapacious character of Hades, the malignancy of Nemesis, the spellbinding looks of Adonis and many more are told. As you continue to read you will discover interesting and precious little known facts about Greek mythology. Some of its influences continue to endure in today’s modern world.

Drawn in the popular Manga style, this amazing comic collection provides a broad spectrum of classical Greek mythology in an accessible and attractive collection. A complete introduction to Greek mythology, this volume covers all of the Greek gods—including Zeus, Apollo, and Athena—and the most important of the myths, such as the story of Persephone. A family tree of the Olympian gods and a chart comparing the Greek and Roman pantheons are also included.

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Mythology reveals a great deal about a culture’s past, beliefs, social structure, and traditions. Evolving to explain a variety of natural and observed phenomena, mythology from around the world frequently involves the plights of gods and goddesses whose actions directly impact human beings and the world they inhabit. These lively volumes examine the fundamentals of the Greek, Roman, Mesopotamian, and Egyptian mythological traditions and profile some of the most famous and loved figures from each. • A–Z listings of gods and goddesses • Focused descriptions explain the role of each god and their impact on mythology and culture • Richly illustrated with full-color images of paintings, sculptures, pottery, and more

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