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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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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: 14 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #115,010 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #18 in Books > History > World > Religious > New Age, Mythology & Occult
- #70 in Books > History > Ancient Civilizations > Greece
- #109 in Books > History > Historical Study & Educational Resources > Archaeology

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Wonderful quality and presentation of the stories, printing quality leaves much to be desired.

April 29, 2018

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This was one of my favorite books as a kid. I loved the stories and pictures, but usually skipped over the quotes, though I appreciate them more now. This book traveled with me everywhere and has seen better days, as you can see from the pictures, comparing my old book on the left and the new one from this listing on the right.

My old book, while worn and split at the binding, is much higher quality than this listing. The cover is nice, more purple than the original, but the plastic in the cover probably will help it survive me. Where the disappointment with this book comes for me, is the quality of the resolution and printing. As you can see from the 'The Forge of Vulcan,' the printer has lines running through the images like it was running out of toner. The image of the Farnese Bull is very pale and grainy in the new book.

I will be returning this book because the quality of the print is important to me, but if it doesn't matter quite as much to you, the stories are wonderful and inspired both my imagination and interest in Greek mythology, which I have carried my whole life. I will tape my old book back together until I can find the original print or similar, perhaps in a used book store.

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Interesting exploration of the nature of Greek myths surrounding the major deities; a kind of anthropological history, faithful to contemporary accounts of the early anthropologists.

June 15, 2017

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Interesting exploration of the nature of Greek myths surrounding the major deities; a kind of anthropological history, faithful to contemporary accounts of the early anthropologists.

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None Other than the BEST in Mythology!!

March 5, 2015

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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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August 14, 2018

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Poor print, poor paper quality. Returned.

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Great condition for the age!

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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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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Where are the illustrations?

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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Got for free thanks

February 13, 2016

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