Mythology
by: Edith Hamilton
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Edith Hamilton loved the ancient Western myths with apassion--and this classic compendium is her tribute. "The tales ofGreek mythology do not throw any clear light upon what early mankindwas like," Hamilton explains in her introduction. "They do throw anabundance of light upon what early Greeks were like--a matter, itwould seem, of more importance to us, who are their descendentsintellectually, artistically, and politically. Nothing we learn aboutthem is alien to ourselves." Fans of Greek mythology will find all thegreat stories and characters here--Perseus, Hercules, andOdysseus--each discussed in generous detail by the voice of animpressively knowledgeable and engaging (with occasional lapses)narrator. This is also an excellent primer for middle- and high-schoolstudents who are studying ancient Greek and Roman culture andliterature. --Gail Hudson
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This volume aims to bring to life for the modern reader, the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture - the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present. Readers are introduced to the Greek gods on Olympus and Norse gods in Valhalla and can follow the drama of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus. We hear the tales of Jason and the Golden Fleece, Cupid and Psyche and mighty King Midas, and discover the origins of the names of the constellations. The book explores the reference points for works of art, literature and cultural inquiry.
Edith Hamilton loved the ancient Western myths with apassion--and this classic compendium is her tribute. "The tales ofGreek mythology do not throw any clear light upon what early mankindwas like," Hamilton explains in her introduction. "They do throw anabundance of light upon what early Greeks were like--a matter, itwould seem, of more importance to us, who are their descendentsintellectually, artistically, and politically. Nothing we learn aboutthem is alien to ourselves." Fans of Greek mythology will find all thegreat stories and characters here--Perseus, Hercules, andOdysseus--each discussed in generous detail by the voice of animpressively knowledgeable and engaging (with occasional lapses)narrator. This is also an excellent primer for middle- and high-schoolstudents who are studying ancient Greek and Roman culture andliterature. --Gail Hudson
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This volume aims to bring to life for the modern reader, the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture - the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present. Readers are introduced to the Greek gods on Olympus and Norse gods in Valhalla and can follow the drama of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus. We hear the tales of Jason and the Golden Fleece, Cupid and Psyche and mighty King Midas, and discover the origins of the names of the constellations. The book explores the reference points for works of art, literature and cultural inquiry.
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- Shades of AP English
I believe, deep in my heart, that everyone who has attended high school in the past twenty to thirty years or so (in the United States, at least) owned a ratty, most likely used copy of this work at one time or another. This book has been on the required reading list of so many schools that nearly everyone has seen it, owned it, and opened it at least twice.
This is one only two such books I still have, 15 years out of high school: this and Strunk and White. This is a good book to have ... Read More
Rating: - Mythology Review
This book was a requirement for my AP class, and it definitely served its purpose. I do know that you should find the latest edition because it has all of the helpful stuff like author bios and the like. This collection of myhtologies is like cliff notes for nearly every mythological story imaginable.This means that if you truly want detailed informatioon, this may not be the correct purchase for you. For all school/educational purposes, this collection is well equipped to aid you in your endeavors. ... Read More
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- I couldn't stand it at all!!
This book made me want to fall asleep! Just like some other reviewers, I don't suggest reading it unless it is required reading, which unfortunately it was for me. :( I had a lot of trouble understanding who was who due to the fact that characters were referred to by both their greek and roman names. I couldn't concentrate on the text for more than a minute at a time. I normally enjoy the majority of books, even when they are required. In fact, no matter how long a book is, even 400+ pages, I normally ... Read More
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- MYTHOLOGY by Edith Hamilton
Mythology is classicist Edith Hamilton's book on Greek, Roman and Norse mythology, illustrated by Steele Savage (no kidding). The bulk of the work is devoted to the Greek, and the Norse is mentioned only in passing. Myths are arranged thematically, not chronologically (except for the initial creation), which is disruptive to the flow of the work.
Hamilton does several things well. First, she gives history on the authors from whom these stories have descended, and differentiates between their ... Read More
Rating: - the gold standard
Hamilton is definitely the gold standard for retelling these glorious, ancient myths. Her style is engaging and the structure of the book makes it very easy to keep track of such ridiculously branched family trees. This is much more than just a reference book...it's more like a giant Greek fairytale book.
- Shades of AP EnglishI believe, deep in my heart, that everyone who has attended high school in the past twenty to thirty years or so (in the United States, at least) owned a ratty, most likely used copy of this work at one time or another. This book has been on the required reading list of so many schools that nearly everyone has seen it, owned it, and opened it at least twice.
This is one only two such books I still have, 15 years out of high school: this and Strunk and White. This is a good book to have ... Read More
- Mythology ReviewThis book was a requirement for my AP class, and it definitely served its purpose. I do know that you should find the latest edition because it has all of the helpful stuff like author bios and the like. This collection of myhtologies is like cliff notes for nearly every mythological story imaginable.This means that if you truly want detailed informatioon, this may not be the correct purchase for you. For all school/educational purposes, this collection is well equipped to aid you in your endeavors. ... Read More
- I couldn't stand it at all!!This book made me want to fall asleep! Just like some other reviewers, I don't suggest reading it unless it is required reading, which unfortunately it was for me. :( I had a lot of trouble understanding who was who due to the fact that characters were referred to by both their greek and roman names. I couldn't concentrate on the text for more than a minute at a time. I normally enjoy the majority of books, even when they are required. In fact, no matter how long a book is, even 400+ pages, I normally ... Read More
- MYTHOLOGY by Edith HamiltonMythology is classicist Edith Hamilton's book on Greek, Roman and Norse mythology, illustrated by Steele Savage (no kidding). The bulk of the work is devoted to the Greek, and the Norse is mentioned only in passing. Myths are arranged thematically, not chronologically (except for the initial creation), which is disruptive to the flow of the work.
Hamilton does several things well. First, she gives history on the authors from whom these stories have descended, and differentiates between their ... Read More
- the gold standard Hamilton is definitely the gold standard for retelling these glorious, ancient myths. Her style is engaging and the structure of the book makes it very easy to keep track of such ridiculously branched family trees. This is much more than just a reference book...it's more like a giant Greek fairytale book.
