Classical Mythology - Tapa blanda

This bestselling, comprehensive introduction to classical mythology features a dynamic combination of poetic narratives and enlightening commentary. It includes extensive translations of original mythological sources, including works by Hesiod, Ovid, Euripides, as well as the complete Homeric Hymns. The anthology includes insightful discussion of classical myths in their historical and cultural settings, as well as their survival in literature, art, music, and film.

Following teachers' requests Morford and Lenardon produced this study guide to complement, Classical Mythology. The guide reviews each of chapters 1 through 23 o fhte larger book, and provides practice tests with answers. By isolating the important information, this Companion provides a quicker and firmer grasp of essentials for an easier understanding of the source material so that more time can be devoted to the meaning and interpretation of the myths and their impact upon subsequent literature, art, music, and film. A computer disk, available free to instructors on request, relates the extensive information available in Perseus (Yale University's electronia classical archive) to Classical Mythology.