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Author: Spyros Syropoulos
Publisher: Archaeopress Publishing Ltd
Published: 2018-08-31
Total Pages: 150
ISBN-13: 1784919519
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe aim of this book is to explore the realm of the imaginary world of Greek mythology and present the reader with a categorization of monstrosity, referring to some of the most noted examples in each category.
Author: Spyros Syropoulos
Publisher: Archaeopress Archaeology
Published: 2018-08-31
Total Pages: 150
ISBN-13: 9781784919504
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGreek myths abound in images of beauty and perfection: charming gods, attractive goddesses, and handsome heroes, all of them standards of physical and spiritual flawlessness. However, the ancient Greeks were not fond of absolutes. No god or hero is shown without blemishes in character and ethics, and some are even physically imperfect, like Hephaestus, who is ugly and lame. Another element that dominates Greek mythology is the idea of balance. Good and evil, light and darkness, hubris and punishment. What could not be missing from this world is the image of reversed beauty: monstrosity. The aim of this book is to explore the realm of the imaginary world of Greek mythology and present the reader with a categorization of monstrosity, referring to some of the most noted examples in each category.
Author: Don Nardo
Publisher: Capstone
Published: 2011-07
Total Pages: 65
ISBN-13: 0756544815
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDescribes some of the strange, colorful, and dangerous creatures found in Greek mythology.
Author: Bernard Evslin
Publisher: Graymalkin + ORM
Published: 2023-04-13
Total Pages: 333
ISBN-13: 1631683667
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe gods, heroes, and monsters of Greek mythology come wondrously alive in this second volume of Bernard Evslin’s award-winning series Book two of Bernard Evslin’s extraordinary work opens with the story of Hercules, the strongest man on Earth. Son of a mortal woman and Zeus, feared and hated by Zeus’s wife, Hera, Hercules is condemned to twelve labors in which he must fight the world’s most terrifying monsters. It seems that the world’s mightiest hero may have met his match against the Hydra, a beast with one hundred heads that spew lethal poison. Other tales feature Atlas, the Titan condemned to bear the world on his shoulders; the hideous gorgon Medusa, who turns men to stone; the half-man, half-bull Minotaur; the Sphinx; and many more. Greek myths come to thrilling life in these timeless stories of love and revenge, sorcery and enchantment, in which gods and demigods, mortals, fiends, and demons battle between good and evil. It is a world where bushes become bears, the four winds go to war, and the Nemean Lion and giant crab Cancer strike terror into the hearts of all.
Author: Lynn Curlee
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2008-03-04
Total Pages: 40
ISBN-13: 1416914536
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA bestiary featuring mythical animals such as the gryphon and the chimera.
Author: Bernard Evslin
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Published: 1967
Total Pages: 116
ISBN-13: 9780590434409
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA retelling of all the great tales of Greek mythology in language that is simple, swift and highly dramatic.
Author: Bernard Evslin
Publisher: Graymalkin + ORM
Published: 2023-04-13
Total Pages: 359
ISBN-13: 1631683659
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis first volume of Bernard Evslin’s award-winning series introduces the monsters, demons, gods, and heroes of Greek mythology Athena, wise and powerful daughter of Zeus, is the most feared of all the goddesses. Poseidon, the “earth shaker,” rules the sea with his thunderous wrath. Each wants to control Olympus absolutely. Obsessed with destroying Poseidon, Athena summons her crows by day and owls by night to spy on his vast water realm. The long-simmering feud spawns a multitude of monsters, the most terrifying of which is the brass-headed colossus Amycus. This classic work features a sprawling cast of gods and mortals waging battle on land and by sea, from Zeus to the Titan god Prometheus, from Hades, who guards the gates of hell, to Circe, immortal weaver of spells, to the great war chief Ulysses, who sails in search of his long-lost home. Monsters of Greek Mythology brings to life fearsome creatures like giant, flame-spitting wingless dragons, a spider named Arachne, goats and swordfish endowed with magical properties, and the Cyclopes—one-eyed male and female goliaths even more powerful than the Titans.
Author: Sophia Kelly
Publisher: Franklin Watts
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781606310601
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDescribes some of the creatures and monsters in Greek mythology.
Author: Bernard Evslin
Publisher: Laurel Leaf
Published: 1984-09-01
Total Pages: 242
ISBN-13: 0553259202
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFor Greek myth fans, those who can’t get enough of the D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, and readers who have aged out of Rick Riordan, this classroom staple and mythology classic is perfect for learning about the ancient myths! The heroes, gods, and monsters of Greek mythology come alive in this exciting collection of retellings of the ancient myths that includes tales of Zeus, Hera, Apollo, Artemis, and many more. Written in simple, direct language, Heroes, Gods and Monsters of the Greek Myths is an accessible and entertaining guide to the Greek myths and their players, following fearless heroes as they battle epic beasts under the eyes of the mighty immortals who rule them. From mortal warriors like Perseus and his impossible task of slaying the monstrous Medusa, to Zeus, the king of the Gods whose thunderbolts can shake the earth, to the minotaur, a gruesome beast, half-man and half-bull, who destroys young victims that are sacrificed to his terrifying power, this world is one of magic and adventure. Other featured gods and myths included are: · Hades · Demeter · Hermes · Pandora · Eros and Psyche · Theseus · Midas · Pygmalion
Author: Richard Marcus
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2021-05-11
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 1646041917
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscover the exciting and fascinating world of Greek and Roman gods, goddesses, monsters, and heroes, from Zeus and Athena to Hercules, Medusa, and more! Take a journey through Mount Olympus, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome with this collection of the greatest tales found in Greek and Roman mythology. From origin stories to family drama, you’ll learn about the most powerful Olympic gods including Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Hades, and more. But this book has more than just gods and goddesses! You’ll also discover the dangerous and intriguing world of ancient monsters, fantastical creatures, and mortal heroes that populate some of the most awesome stories from the time, including: Atlas, who carries the weight of the world on his shoulders Kronos, a Titan who swallows his newborn children Persephone, a kidnapped goddess who becomes queen of the Underworld Minotaur, a half-bull, half-man imprisoned in a labyrinth Hydra, a poisonous serpent who grows two heads when one is severed Sirens, sea nymphs whose irresistible singing lures sailors to their doom All of these tales and more are written in a fun, kid-friendly manner, perfect for children interested in history or for fans of the Percy Jackson series.
