Greek Myths
HarperCollins · Print & ebook · October 29, 2001
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- Who it’s for
- Vivid Greek legends make an inviting next step from modern myth adventures into classical mythology.
- Themes
- Greek mythology, Classical legends, Greek gods and heroes
- Genres
- Greek & Roman Myths, The Classics
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A classic, accessible, handsomely produced collection—a great next step for Rick Riordan fans ready to delve deeper. From the terror of Medusa and the Minotaur to the Labors of Heracles and journeys of Theseus, the stories in this collection have thrilled and enthralled people for centuries with their high drama, hazardous quests, and unforgettable characters (both mortal and immortal).
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Under Olivia Coolidge’s skillful pen, the landscape of early Greece and its famous legends bloom with vigor and are perfectly suited to the adventure-seeking reader. Greek Myths includes appealing black-and-white spot art; a list of the Greek gods, with their Latin names, their symbols, and a brief description of each; and a pronunciation guide. "This volume of familiar myths is both readable and attractive. The author provides a happy introduction to classical mythology." (New York Times Book Review)
Legends in Motion
Vivid Greek legends make an inviting next step from modern myth adventures into classical mythology.
Come here for
- High-drama quests, hazardous journeys, and unforgettable mortal and immortal figures
- A readable introduction to Greek gods, legendary trials, and ancient stories
Expect
- Black-and-white spot art, a Greek gods list, and a pronunciation guide
- A classic collection that keeps the legends accessible
Where it sits
| Greek & Roman Myths | 100% |
|---|---|
| The Classics | 30% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Action & Adventure
- Survival Stories
- Mythical Creatures
- The Classics
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- Fairy Tale Collections
- Folktale Retellings
- Arthurian Tales
- Greek & Roman Myths
- Authors
- Olivia E. Coolidge
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- October 29, 2001
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Greek mythology · Classical legends · Greek gods and heroes
- Reading lane
- Action & Adventure