This handy guide to the Greek and Roman Myths brings classical mythology to life. Written by a bestselling author on Ancient Greece and Rome,the book features an engaging blend of stories,facts and quotations from ancient authors,and places ancient myths in a modern context,discussing the'afterlives'of the myths and the relevance of their messages today. Factfiles on heroes and heroines and family trees of the gods also make this a useful reference book for students.
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Publisher: Thames & Hudson LtdISBN: 9780500251737Number of pages: 224Weight: 510 gDimensions: 196 x 129 mm
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'This new companion is at once a handy work of reference,an entertaining read and an attractive artefact,discreetly illustrated and tastefully laid out. A pleasure to consult'- Scotsman'For a perfect introduction to the stories of the Classical world,look no further....Affordable,portable and accessible...thoroughly modern and approachable...Carefully researched,enjoyable,diverting and intriguing'- Reference Reviews
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