The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology, 2nd Edition - Couverture souple

Osborn, Kevin; Burgess Ph.D., Dana L.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1592572898 ISBN 13 : 9781592572892

Editeur : Alpha, 2004

Synopsis

An exploration of timeless legends.

First told centuries ago, the ancient myths of the Greeks and Romans continue to fascinate and influence the world today. The expanded edition of this popular guide examines why these legends remain an integral part of human history, citing their literary value, and their presence throughout popular culture in such works as J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels, and the Coen brothers’ film O Brother, Where Art Thou?.

• Features a 50-page “who’s who” glossary of classical mythological characters— from both the Greek and Roman versions
• An updated look at recent movies and television series’ based on mythology, including Helen of Troy, HBO’s animated Odyssey, and the Disney Channel’s Hercules

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

KEVIN OSBORN is author of over three dozen books, including The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Bringing Up Baby and The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Parenting a Preschooler and Toddler, Too.  He lives in Park Ridge, New Jersey.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1592572898
• ISBN 13: 9781592572892
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 416
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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