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Item specifics
- Condition
- Features
- Illustrated
- ISBN
- 9780446574754
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Grand Central Publishing
ISBN-10
0446574759
ISBN-13
9780446574754
eBay Product ID (ePID)
92551326
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mythology : Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes, 75th Anniversary Illustrated Edition
Number of Pages
480 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Topic
Legends, Myths, Fables / General, Folklore & Mythology, Ancient & Classical
Illustrator
Tierney, Jim, Yes
Genre
Literary Criticism, Juvenile Fiction, Social Science
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
1.3 in
Item Weight
9.6 Oz
Item Length
7.5 in
Item Width
4.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"Edith Hamilton retells the Greek, Roman, and Norse myths with a sure taste and scholarship that help to restore their quality as perennial and refreshing fables about human nature, including our own."-- The New Yorker
Dewey Decimal
292.13
Synopsis
The world-renowned classic that has enthralled and delighted millions of readers with its timeless tales of gods and heroes. Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture-the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present. We follow the drama of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus. We hear the tales of Jason and the Golden Fleece, Cupid and Psyche, and mighty King Midas. We discover the origins of the names of the constellations. And we recognize reference points for countless works for art, literature and culture inquiry--from Freud's Oedipus complex to Wagner's Ring Cycle of operas to Eugene O'Neill's Mourning Becomes Electra. Both a reference text for scholars of all ages and a book to simply enjoy, Mythology is a classic not to be missed., For decades readers have chosen this book above all others to discover the thrilling, enchanting and fascinating world of Western mythology. From Odysseus's adventure-filled journey to the Norse god Odin's effort to postpone the final day of doom, Edith Hamilton's classic collection not only retells these stories with brilliant clarity but shows us how the ancients saw their own place in the world and how their themes echo in our consciousness today. An essential part of every home library, MYTHOLOGY is the definitive volume for anyone who wants to know the key dramas, the primary characters, the triumphs, failures, fears and hopes first narrated thousands of years ago - and still spellbinding to this day., Dive into the timeless tales of gods and heroes in this bestselling A-to-Z encyclopedia detailing classic myths and legends--perfect for curious readers and academics alike. Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture--the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present. We follow the drama of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus. We hear the tales of Jason and the Golden Fleece, Cupid and Psyche, and mighty King Midas. We discover the origins of the names of the constellations. And we recognize reference points for countless works for art, literature and culture inquiry-from Freud's Oedipus complex to Wagner's Ring Cycle of operas to Eugene O'Neill's Mourning Becomes Electra Both a reference text for scholars of all ages and a book to simply enjoy, Mythology is a classic not to be missed.
LC Classification Number
BL310.H3 2011
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- 8***r (62)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseReceived package in three days do super fast shipping! It was packaged like Fort Knox do great job in that. I probably should have asked a few questions before buying because I guess I don’t know what cloth binding means. Description said it had a dust cover but it did not have one be a it was a paperback. I thought it was a hard cover… Oh well
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- m***_ (35)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI ordered a shirt from this seller previously and wrote a unfavorable review. It was a problem with the delivery. The post office. The seller got it out in a timely manner and when I received the shirt, it's great! Comfortable, great art and tie-dy. Also came beautifully wrapped in a little box 📦 I would order from the seller again and I apologize if my bad review hurts. It was the post office.tie dye t shirts peace sign large unisex (#256829620765)