Greek Mythology

Greek mythology has a long history, a relatively complete system, and unique literary charm, attracting attention in Europe and even worldwide. Greek mythology is primarily composed of stories of gods and legends of heroes. Stories of gods include the creation of heaven and earth, the birth of gods, their genealogies, their activities, and the origin of humanity. Legends of heroes such as Perseus, Heracles, Jason, Orpheus, Theseus, and Achilles form an important part of Greek mythology. The immense significance of Greek mythology is immeasurable. Since the 8th century BC, it has served as the foundation for Greek and Roman art, and from the Renaissance onwards, it became an inexhaustible source for all European literature and art. Countless contemporary literary works draw from Greek mythology, and almost all classic works make allusions to it. This edition of "Greek Mythology" is translated from Nikolai Kuhn's "Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece," offering concise content and fluid writing. It is an essential treasure for every reader's bookshelf. This book on "Greek Mythology" will not only remove some obstacles you might encounter when reading Western literary works but also inform you about the origin of the Olympic Games, the reason behind the naming of the movie "Titanic," and the origin of the ring on your finger.

出版日期/Publication Date：May 1, 2011
出版社/Publisher：上海译文出版社
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页数/Page: 452