Greek Mythology: A Traveler's Guide from Mount Olympus to Troy

Greek Mythology: A Traveler's Guide from Mount Olympus to Troy

A hands-on traveler's guide to the enthralling tales of Greek mythology, organized around the cities and landscapes where the events are set
The Greek myths have a universal appeal, beyond the time and physical place in which they were created. But many are firmly rooted in specific landscapes: the city of Thebes and mountain range Cithaeron dominate the tale of Oedipus; the city of Mycenae broods over the fates of Agamemnon and Electra; while Knossos boasts the scene of Theseusâ€™ slaying of the Minotaur. Drawing on a wide range of classical sources, newly translated by the author, and illustrated with specially commissioned drawings, this book is both a useful read for those visiting the sites and a fascinating imaginative journey for the armchair traveler. The itinerary includes twenty-two locations, from Mount Olympus to Homerâ€™s Hades, recounting the myths and history associated with each site and highlighting features that visitors can still see today.

Scholarly text, supported by quotes from primary sources and contemporary research, as well as the enticing stories of gods and goddesses, heroes and villains, enrich the readerâ€™s literal or simply literary experience of these sites, whose significance still resonates today. 69 color illustrations plus one map
Country USA
Brand Thames & Hudson
Manufacturer Thames & Hudson
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 70 colour illustrations
ReleaseDate 2016-05-03
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780500518328

Country	USA
Brand	Thames & Hudson
Manufacturer	Thames & Hudson
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	70 colour illustrations
ReleaseDate	2016-05-03
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780500518328

Greek Mythology: A Traveler's Guide from Mount Olympus to Troy

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