Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome: A Complete Collection of Classical Myths, Gods, and Heroes - Softcover

Berens, E. M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1617209902 ISBN 13: 9781617209901

Publisher: SMK Books, 2013

Synopsis

Mythology is the body of myths and teachings that belong to the ancient people, concerning their gods and heroes, the nature of the world, and the origins and significance of their own cult and ritual practices. It was a part of the religion in ancient Greece and is part of religion in modern Greece and around the world, known as Hellenismos.

Modern scholars refer to and study the myths in an attempt to throw light on the religious and political institutions of Ancient Greece and its civilization, and to gain understanding of the nature of myth-making itself.

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About the Author

E. M. Berens (nineteenth century) was a writer known for works that compile and present classical mythology in an accessible format. Her writing reflects a tradition of Victorian-era mythography, in which the narratives of ancient Greece and Rome were organized and retold for educational and general audiences.Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome remains her most widely recognized work, bringing together a broad range of mythological material into a single volume. The book has continued to be used as an introduction to classical mythology, providing readers with a structured account of the principal figures and stories that have influenced Western literature and culture.

Edition details

• Publisher: SMK Books
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1617209902
• ISBN 13: 9781617209901
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 242