Myths of Greece and Rome - Couverture souple

Guerber, Professor H A

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1162596198 ISBN 13 : 9781162596198

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Myths of Greece and Rome is a comprehensive collection of myths and legends from ancient Greece and Rome, written by H. A. Guerber. The book contains over 200 stories, including the tales of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, and famous myths such as the Trojan War, the Labors of Hercules, and the Odyssey. The stories are retold in a clear and concise manner, making them accessible to readers of all ages. The book also includes a helpful introduction to the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome, as well as a glossary of terms and a list of recommended further reading. With its engaging storytelling and informative background information, Myths of Greece and Rome is an essential resource for anyone interested in the rich and fascinating world of ancient mythology.1893. Narrated with special reference to literature and art. The aim of this book is to present a complete and entertaining account of Grecian and Roman mythology in such a manner that the student will appreciate its great influence upon literature and art. These myths have inspired many noted modern works. The myths are told as graphically and accurately as possible, great care being taken to avoid the more repulsive features of heathen mythology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

MYTHOLOGY is the science which treats of the early traditions, or myths, relating to the religion of the ancients, and includes, besides a full account of the origin of their gods, their theory concerning the beginning of all things. Myths of creation. Among all the nations scattered over the face of the earth, the Hebrews alone were instructed by God, who gave them not only a full account of the creation of the world and of all living creatures, but also a code of laws to regulate their conduct. All the questions they fain would ask were fully answered, and no room remained for conjecture. It was not so, however, with the other nations. The Greeks and Romans, for instance, lacking the definite knowledge which we obtain from the Scriptures, and still anxious to know everything, were forced to construct, in part, their own theory. As they looked about them for some clue to serve as guide, they could not help but observe and admire the wonders of nature. The succession of day and night, summer and winter, rain and sunshine; the fact that the tallest trees sprang from tiny seeds, the greatest rivers from diminutive streams, and the most beautiful flowers and delicious fruits from small green buds,—all seemed to tell them of a superior Being, who had fashioned them to serve a definite purpose.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1162596198
• ISBN 13: 9781162596198
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 432
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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