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100 Characters from Classical Mythology - Discover the Fascinating Stories of the Greek and Roman Deities (Hardcover) Loot Price: R485
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100 Characters from Classical Mythology - Discover the Fascinating Stories of the Greek and Roman Deities (Hardcover)

Malcolm Day

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(back cover)
Mind-expanding and entertaining, this intriguing book charts 100 of the most important characters from Greco-Roman mythology, from the primordial deities to the great gods of Olympus and the shadowy inhabitants of Hades. Addressing universal themes such as love, jealousy, anger, ambition, deceit, and beauty, their stories are as relevant today as they were in ancient times.
  • Beautifully decorated family trees place the characters in context and clearly show the development of each generation of gods
  • Each character receives a short biographical sketch, is placed in the context of a nuclear family tree, and is summarized in terms of his or her legendary acts
  • Discover how the gods and goddesses have been represented throughout history in art and literature, and immerse yourself in a wonderful world of mythology
    (front flap)
    Mind-expanding and entertaining, this intriguing book charts 100 of the most important characters from Greco-Roman mythology. Beginning with the primordial deities, the author goes on to describe the great gods of Olympus and the shadowy inhabitants of Hades. Addressing universal themes such as love, jealousy, anger, ambition, deceit, and beauty, these stories are as relevant today as they were in ancient times.
    (back flap)
    THE AUTHOR
    Malcolm Day has written and edited many books on the subjects of religion, mythology, and ancient and biblical history.
    PICTURES
    FRONT TOP: The Fall of Icarus, Jacob Peter Gowy, 1632a1637.
    FRONT BOTTOM: Aeneas Fleeing Troy, Pompeo Batoni, 1753.
    BACK: Bacchus and Ariadne, Titian (Tiziano Vecellio), 1523 FRONT FLAP: Ancient Greek bowl depicting Helius inchariot with horses and dolphins

General

Imprint: B.E.S.
Country of origin: China
Release date: April 2007
First published: March 2007
Authors: Malcolm Day
Dimensions: 227 x 166 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover - Sewn / Paper over boards / With dust jacket
Pages: 160
ISBN-13: 978-0-7641-6006-6
Categories: Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Myths & mythology
Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Folklore
Books > Religion & Spirituality > Myths & mythology
LSN: 0-7641-6006-0
Barcode: 9780764160066

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