Classical Myth: A Treasury of Greek and Roman Legends Art and History

The World of Mythology series introduces the myths of the world's greatest civilizations. The Classical world of ancient Greece and Rome has had an immeasurable impact on Western culture, but what inspired some of the greatest writers, philosophers, and architects of all time? Gods were not only worshipped, but consulted for both minor problems and victory in battle. The legends of mortals Heracles and Perseus were wrapped up in the lives of the immortals. Art and artifacts, as well as photographs of the landscapes immortalized in the tales, bring the world of Classical myth to life. <p>Introduction; The Age of the Gods; the Gods; The First Humans; Hades and Persephone; Greek and Roman Art; Athena and Arachne; Daedalus and Icarus; Childhood and Eduaction; Echo and Narcissus; The Adventures of Perseus; Democracy and Power; The Labors of Heracles; Theseus and the Minotaur; Greek and Roman Architecture; The Wanderings of Odysseus; The Adventures of Aeneas; The Roman Army; Romulus and Remus; Classical Timeline; Glossary; For More Information; Index.</p>