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Greek Myths & Tales by Richard Buxton

Greek Myths & Tales

Epic Tales

Richard Buxton

Flame Tree Publishing · Print & ebook · November 15, 2018

A potent pantheon of gods, heroes engaged in epic battles, fearsome mythical creatures and supernatural transformations – such fantastical elements infuse Greek myths with a wonder and excitement that’s hard to beat.

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Genres
Fairy Tales & Myths, Ancient & Classical Collections
Published
Flame Tree Publishing, November 15, 2018

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A potent pantheon of gods, heroes engaged in epic battles, fearsome mythical creatures and supernatural transformations – such fantastical elements infuse Greek myths with a wonder and excitement that’s hard to beat. These tales of love, courage, conflict and intrigue, shared for thousands of years, still exercise a powerful influence on our modern lives.

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This comprehensive collection of mythic stories brings to life the origins of the Greek gods and their dominion over the world of humankind. Here you’ll find Zeus and hades, Artemis and Aphrodite, with stories of demi-gods and humans alike. Jason and the Argonauts, Perseus the Gordon-Slayer and the heart-breaking tales of Troy sit alongside myths of crime and punishment, love and courage and the adventures of Heracles. Part of Flame Tree's epic collection of myths and legends, classic tales and modern short stories.

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Ancient & Classical Collections90%
Fairy Tales & Myths89%

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Publisher categories

  • Ancient Religion
  • Folklore & Mythology
Authors
Richard Buxton
Publisher
Flame Tree Publishing
Published
November 15, 2018
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Ancient Religion