Understand Greek Mythology

by Eddy, Steve; Hamilton, Claire

• ISBN13: 9781444163469
• ISBN10: 1444163469
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-05-25
• Publisher: Teach Yourself

Summary

From the Minotaur to the Golden Fleece, what you need to know about Greek myths Ancient Greek myths shaped and were shaped by one of the most important culture in the history of the world. Even today, stories such as Oedipus, Narcissus, Odysseus and the Golden Fleece reverberate through our popular culture. Understand Greek Mythologyis the ideal introduction to Greek myth. The opening chapter is a detailed background to Greek culture and mythology. From there you will explore 11 well-known Greek myths, retold in modern English and teased out their meanings and cultural significance.

Author Biography

Steve Eddy is a former English teacher and author of several books. Claire Hamilton is a writer and performer, who has also explored myths in her academic research on the bardic tradition.

Table of Contents

1. Introducing Greek mythology / 2. The beginning of time / 3. Echo and Narcissus / 4. Oedipus / 5. The birth and heroic deeds of Perseus / 6. Theseus and the Minotaur / 7. The abduction of Persephone / 8. Orpheus and Eurydice / 9. In search of the golden fleece / 10. Jason and Medea / 11. The judgement of Paris / 12. Odysseus and the Cyclops