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The Myths of Greece and Rome (Anthropology & Folklore S) Paperback – May 13, 1993

by H. A. Guerber (Author)

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This generously illustrated book of classical myths has become a classic itself, long prized for its simple, graphic, accurate retelling of the principal myths of Greece and Rome, and for its commentary on their origins and significance. The myths, as H. A. Guerber observes in her preface, "have inspired so much of the best thought in English literature that a knowledge of them is often essential to the understanding of what we need."
But we have also come to love these stories of Pandora, of Echo and Narcissus, Orpheus and Eurydice, Jason, Hercules, Circe, Helen of Troy, and countless others for their own rich aesthetic qualities, and for their power to stir our imaginations. And today we are learning to look more closely at all mythologies for what they reveal to us of basic human nature and human aspiration.
Beginning with myths involving the gods — Jupiter, Juno, Minerva, Apollo, Diana, Venus, Mercury, Mars, and others — and ending with the adventures of Ulysses and Aeneas, this rich assembly offers hours of compelling reading and abundant insight into one of the fundamental mythologies underlying Western culture. Sixty-four illustrations by such masters as Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Rubens, Canova, and Bernini add further classic touches to this time-honored work, which also includes an invaluable genealogical table and a map showing the location of the myths.

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The Myths of Greece and Rome is an introductory look at the most popular mythological figures and stories from two of the world's greatest civilizations. Greek and Roman myths are still used as sources of inspiration by modern authors, and to prove this point, Guerber has included quotes from modern works throughout the book.

Readers of all ages can find here the fascinating myths about:

* Creation * Apollo * Venus * Jupiter * Neptune * Hercules * Mars * Vulcan * Vesta * and more!

About the Author

British writer HELENE A. GUERBER (1859-1929) was a historian who wrote mostly about Germanic mythology. Her most popular work was Myths of the Norsemen (1909).

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Product Details

Series: Anthropology & Folklore S
Paperback: 496 pages
Publisher: Dover Publications; Revised ed. edition (May 13, 1993)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0486275841
ISBN-13: 978-0486275840
Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.9 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #289,129 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #68 in Books > History > World > Religious > New Age, Mythology & Occult
- #305 in Books > History > Ancient Civilizations > Greece
- #450 in Books > History > Ancient Civilizations > Rome

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None Other than the BEST in Mythology!!

ByC. Hugheson March 5, 2015

Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase

This was my 8th grade English class text in my favorite teacher's class (1959). I thought that I would never even remember the name of it let alone find it for sale somewhere!! I am so astounded and thrilled. This is the finest mythology text of ALL time. For Greek/Roman mythology lovers everywhere this is a MUST read. The 1893 edition (hardbound) has all of the original published "prints" in it and later reprints (Dover paperbacks) don't, so I've been told. I dearly love this book...memories evoked. I've managed to find two of the first editions!!

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Great condition for the age!

BySophion April 18, 2013

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The only reason that I am giving this 4 stars instead of 5 is because while it has many stories within it, I was hoping for a few more. The book itself and the contents are amazing as far as I'm concerned though!

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School book

ByMaryon February 4, 2014

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It Arrived in a timely fashion and was in great shape when I received it. It had a different style cover though but same materials Inside

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Ilustrations

ByA customeron July 24, 2002

The book description mentions that it includes ilustrations from recognized painters, but the book does not include anyone, only the one in the cover. If you can choose the dover's edition you can give the 5 stars.

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Where are the illustrations?

ByJohn Citronon September 25, 2010

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I think a book referred to as "illustrated" should have at least 1 illustration. Be advised I could not find any illustrations in this book.

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genealogical table in roman?

Byitsmion February 24, 2012

Format: Paperback

the genealogical table and TOC inside of the book are going by the Roman names as opposed to Greek names. I wish it's the later since the Greek mythology was created long time before the Roman mythology.