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A retelling of Greek, Roman and Norse myths.

Tales told at the fireside and in the woods, adapting such classical myths as Pandora's Box, Baucis and Philemon, and Perseus and Medusa to the storyteller's gothic or romantic environment.

Contents: The Beginning. Zeus. Hera. Athene. Apollo. Artemis. Aphrodite. Hermes. Ares. Hephaestus. Poseidon. Pluto. Bacchus. Demeter and Persephone. Hestia. Ceyx and Halcyone. Aeolus. Herakles. Perseus. Theseus. Jason and the Golden Fleece. The Calydonian Hunt. Oedipus, King of Thebes. Bellerophon. The Trojan War. The Adventures of Odysseus. Agamemnon and His Family. Virgil's Aeneid. The Lesser Gods of the Romans. Interpretation.

A retelling of fifteen Greek and Roman myths from the point of view of the main protagonist. Includes "Arachne," "Callisto," "Baucis and Philemon," and "Sisyphus."

Retellings of the ancient Greek myths, arranged in four sections: the Gods, Nature Myths, Demigods, and Fables. Includes a brief section on words from the Greek myths which are part of the English language.

"Read these exciting myths from ancient Greece. Find out about great heroes and the gods and goddesses who helped - or hindered - them on their adventures" -- Back cover.

"Thomas Bullfinch's "The Age of Fable" is a captivating exploration of myths and legends that have influenced Western culture. It delves into the stories of ancient deities and heroes, from the Olympian to the Norse gods. Bullfinch's elegant prose and keen insights make these fables engaging for modern readers, providing a glimpse into the beliefs and values of past civilizations. Whether a scholar of mythology, a fan of classic literature, or a curious...

"Tales about proud gods and goddesses, fabulous creatures, ferocious beasts, and brave heroes from the world of Greek mythology have captured the imaginations of readers, young and old, for centuries. Now see them brought to life like never before, as award-winning author and artist Lynn Curlee turns his brush to a subject that is unlike any other to create a work of boundless creativity and beauty. From the fierce Chimera, who is part lion, goat,...

Jean Seznec was for many years a member of the faculty at Harvard University, and up until his death in 1983 he taught at All Souls College, Oxford, England. The gods of Olympus died with the advent of Christianity--or so we have been taught to believe. But how are we to account for their tremendous popularity during the Renaissance? This illustrated book, now reprinted in a new, larger paperback format, offers the general reader first a discussion...