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Classical Mythology: The Basics

Af: Richard Martin Engelsk Paperback

Classical Mythology: The Basics

Af: Richard Martin Engelsk Paperback
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This new edition introduces the core elements of ancient Greek and Roman narratives about immortal gods and heroic humans. It explains how myths once shaped ancient ways of thinking, and how they have fascinated and inspired artists, writers, musicians, scientists, and scholars since.

In six clear and concise chapters, this book explains what myths are, sketches the main stories about divinities, heroes and heroines, and explores through specific case studies the ways in which they influenced modern culture, from Renaissance opera to contemporary video games and social movements. The second edition also features a new chapter analyzing how myths have been used in politics from antiquity to the present day. More than two dozen illustrations, maps, and charts complement the text. No prior knowledge of mythology is assumed, and the book incorporates the latest scholarship on classical mythology, providing annotated lists of further readings.

Anyone who has encountered Greek or Roman myths in literature, art, or pop culture and wants to know more about the cultural contexts for the stories will benefit from this compact book. Intended for a wide readership, the second edition of Classical Mythology: The Basics continues to off er a clear introduction to the subject for undergraduates, scholars, and the general reader.

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This new edition introduces the core elements of ancient Greek and Roman narratives about immortal gods and heroic humans. It explains how myths once shaped ancient ways of thinking, and how they have fascinated and inspired artists, writers, musicians, scientists, and scholars since.

In six clear and concise chapters, this book explains what myths are, sketches the main stories about divinities, heroes and heroines, and explores through specific case studies the ways in which they influenced modern culture, from Renaissance opera to contemporary video games and social movements. The second edition also features a new chapter analyzing how myths have been used in politics from antiquity to the present day. More than two dozen illustrations, maps, and charts complement the text. No prior knowledge of mythology is assumed, and the book incorporates the latest scholarship on classical mythology, providing annotated lists of further readings.

Anyone who has encountered Greek or Roman myths in literature, art, or pop culture and wants to know more about the cultural contexts for the stories will benefit from this compact book. Intended for a wide readership, the second edition of Classical Mythology: The Basics continues to off er a clear introduction to the subject for undergraduates, scholars, and the general reader.

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Sprog: Engelsk
Sider: 216
ISBN-13: 9781032117270
Indbinding: Paperback
Udgave: 2
ISBN-10: 1032117273
Kategori: Antikken & Middelalder
Udg. Dato: 21 okt 2022
Længde: 18mm
Bredde: 199mm
Højde: 127mm
Forlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Oplagsdato: 21 okt 2022
Forfatter(e): Richard Martin
Forfatter(e) Richard Martin

Kategori Antikken & Middelalder

ISBN-13 9781032117270

Sprog Engelsk

Indbinding Paperback

Sider 216

Udgave 2

Længde 18mm

Bredde 199mm

Højde 127mm

Udg. Dato 21 okt 2022

Oplagsdato 21 okt 2022

Forlag Taylor & Francis Ltd

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