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Simon & Schuster Book of Greek Gods and Heroes
by Alice Low, Arvis Stewart (Illustrator), Barry R. Katz

The gods and heroes of ancient Greece shake heaven and earth in a collection of over thirty stories that breath new life into the myths of Olympus. Here is the triumphant tale of the Trojan Horse, the tragedy of Oedipus, the downfall of Medusa and more. Witness the grand drama of some of the best known heroes of all time in a fresh rendition of these timeless tales.

Dictionary of Classical Mythology
by John Edward Zimmerman

Dictionary of Classical Mythology
A knowledge of classical mythology is indispensable in understanding and appreciating much of the great literature, sculpture, and painting of both the ancients and the moderns. Unless we know the marvelous stories of the deities and heroes of the ancients, their great literature and art as much later work down to the present day will remain unintelligible. Includes both major and minor characters from Greek and Roman mythology, place names, symbols, allusions in literature, etc.

Twelve Labors of Hercules
by Marc A. Cerasini, Isidre Mones (Illustrator)

Although he is the strongest man in the world, Hercules must also use his wits to complete the tasks that a jealous king has in store for him. From giant ogres to fearsome Amazons, Hercules tackles the foes gamely. With the rollicking humor of a tall tale, this retelling is an exciting first step into Greek mythology. Full color.

Favorite Greek Myths (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Bob Blaisdell, John Green (Illustrator), Robert Blaisdell

From Athena to Zeus, Prometheus to Pandora, Oedipus to Odysseus, and Icarus to the Argonauts, many of the most popular Greek myths are included here in abridged narrative form.

Heroes, Gods and Monsters of Greek Myths
by Bernard Evslin (Introduction), William Hofmann (Illustrator)

Heroes, Gods and Monsters of Greek Myths
In this compelling book, Evslin introduces readers to the wondrous and terrifying world of superhuman beings, such as Medusa and the Minotaur, and the glory of gods like Zeus, Athena, and Poseidon - brought magically to life through exciting retellings of great adventurers such as Perseus, Daedalus, Prometheus, and others.

The Illustrated Age of Fable
by Thomas Bulfinch

The Illustrated Age of Fable
Since it was first published in 1855, Thomas Bulfinch's masterly collection of the myths and legends of Greece and Rome has proved so popular that even today it makes essential reading for any newcomer to mythology. Now, for the first time, Bulfinch's stories are published with the full-color honors they deserve. For this special edition, his nineteenth-century literary references have been replaced by paintings-100 of the most stunning and dramatic masterpieces ever inspired by myth.

Greek Gods and Heroes
by Robert Graves

Recounts the glorious days when gods and godesses who dwelt on Mount Olympus ruled over the world of mortals below, and fabled heroes performed mighty deeds of valor.

The Greek Myths
by Robert Graves

Endymion, Pelops, Daedalus, Pygmalion -- we recognize the names, but what are the stories behind these and other familiar gods from the Greek pantheon -- names that recur throughout the history of European culture? Drawing on an enormous range of sources, Robert Graves has brought together elements of these myths in simple narrative form. He retells the adventures of the most important gods and heroes of the ancient Greeks. His work has become the reference for the serious scholar as well as the casual inquirer.

Mythology
by Edith Hamilton

Edith Hamilton loved the ancient Western myths with a passion - and this classic compendium is her tribute. "The tales of Greek mythology do not throw any clear light upon what early mankind was like," Hamilton explains in her introduction. "They do throw an abundance of light upon what early Greeks were like - a matter, it would seem, of more importance to us, who are their descendents intellectually, artistically, and politically. Nothing we learn about them is alien to ourselves." Fans of Greek mythology will find all the great stories and characters her - Perseus, Hercules, and Odysseus - each discussed in generous detail by the voice of an impressively knowledgeable and engaging (with occasional lapses) narrator. This is also an excellent primer for middle - and high-school students who are studying ancient Greek and Roman culture and literature.

The Story of Hercules (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Robert Blaisdell, Thea Kliros (Illustrator), Bob Blaisdell

This delightful book for young readers tells the story of the immensely strong hero from his birth to his death and final ascension of Mount Olympus to live among the gods. Along the way young readers will enjoy Hercules' many exploits, including slaying the Nemean lion, battling the centaurs, and dispatching the nine-headed hydra.

D'aulaire's Book of Greek Myths
by Ingri D'Aulaire, Edgar Parin D'Aulaire

D'aulaire's Book of Greek Myths
No education is complete without a large slice of Greek mythology. And there's no better way of meeting that literary quota than with the D'Aulaires' book. All the great gods and goddesses of ancient Greece are depicted in this big, beautiful classic, lovingly illustrated and skillfully told. Young readers will be dazzled by mighty Zeus, lord of the universe; stirred by elegant Athena, goddess of wisdom; intimidated by powerful Hera, queen of Olympus; and chilled by moody Poseidon, ruler of the sea. These often impetuous immortals flounce and frolic, get indiscreet, and get even. From petty squabbles to heroic deeds, their actions cover the range of godly - and mortal - personalities.

Adventures of the Greek Heroes
by Mollie McLean, Anne Wilseman

The myths of six Greek heroes are told in a simple, straightforward style. "This is the authors' answer to the need they found in their teaching experience for easy versions of Greek hero tales, and the result is most successful . . . vigorous and appealing. Included are Hercules, Perseus, Theseus, Orpheus, Meleager, and Jason.

The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus
by Aliki

This large format book provides a quick, brightly illustrated introduction to the ancient Greek gods and goddesses. Beginning with Gaia, Uranus, and the Titans, Aliki chronicles the rise and fall of Cronus and the defeat of the Titans by the new gods (Zeus and company), whom she introduces individually. The latter section, which comprises two-thirds of the book, will prove useful in libraries as a clear, simple overview of the more familiar gods and goddesses. The artwork varies in quality from the well-imagined scenes showing Gaea growing out of "a dark space named Chaos" to the awkward and slightly comical look of the scenes in which Cronus swallows his children and disgorges them. A Greek dramatist might have advised that those actions should take place offstage, to be reported by the players. While not a source for storytellers, this will prove useful in libraries with a demand for basic information on the gods and goddesses at the primary-grade level.

Who's Who in Classical Mythology (Who's Who Series)
by Michael Grant

Who's Who in Classical Mythology is an indispensable guide to all the Greek and Roman mythological characters, from major deities such as Athena and Bacchus, to the lesser-known wood nymphs and centaurs. Also included, of course, are the heroic mortals, figures such as Jason, Aeneas, Helen, Achilles, and Odysseus, all brought to life in a fascinating series of portraits drawn from a wide variety of ancient literary sources.

Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes
by Edith Hamilton

Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes
Renowned for her love and knowledge of classical leterature, Edith Hamilton created a legendary bestseller in this masterful retelling of the great Greek, Roman, and Norse myths.

Lovers' Legends: The Gay Greek Myths
by Andrew Calimach

Lovers' Legends: The Gay Greek Myths
A refreshing collection of Greek myths with their fig leaves duly, and rightly, removed. . . a sheer pleasure to read.

Bulfinch's Mythology
by Thomas Bulfinch

For almost a century and a half, Bulfinch's Mythology has been the text by which the great tales of the gods and goddesses, Greek and Roman antiquity; Scandinavian, Celtic, and Oriental fables and myths; and the age of chivalry have been known.

The Library of Greek Mythology
Apollodorus, Robin Hard

A new translation of an important text for Greek mythology used as a source book by classicists from antiquity to Robert Graves, The Library of Greek Mythology is a complete summary of early Greek myth, telling the story of each of the great families of heoric mythology, and the various adventures associated with the main heros and heroines, from Jason and Perseus to Heracles and Helen of Troy. Using the ancient system of detailed histories of the great families, it contains invaluable genealogical diagrams for maximum clarity.