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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 292.13 EAN: 9780316341516 Edition: 11 ISBN: 0316341517 Label: Back Bay Books Manufacturer: Back Bay Books Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 512 Publication Date: September 14, 1998 Publisher: Back Bay Books Studio: Back Bay Books Related Items:
Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Amazon.com Review: Edith Hamilton loved the ancient Western myths with a passion--and this classic compendium is her tribute. "The tales of Greek mythology do not throw any clear light upon what early mankind was like," Hamilton explains in her introduction. "They do throw an abundance of light upon what early Greeks were like--a matter, it would seem, of more importance to us, who are their descendents intellectually, artistically, and politically. Nothing we learn about them is alien to ourselves." Fans of Greek mythology will find all the great stories and characters here--Perseus, Hercules, and Odysseus--each discussed in generous detail by the voice of an impressively knowledgeable and engaging (with occasional lapses) narrator. This is also an excellent primer for middle- and high-school students who are studying ancient Greek and Roman culture and literature. --Gail Hudson Product Description: A new trade paperback edition of Edith Hamilton's world-renowned classic--a book that has enthralled and delighted generations of readers with its timeless tales of gods and heroes. 50 line drawings. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Clearest, Most Concise Intro. into Greek MythologyThe most readable primer on ancient Greek gods I have ever read, perfect for all students, whether you're in high school or college. Her The Greek Way, an introduction into ancient Greek history, is just as wonderful. Rating: - 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 Rating: - 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 Rating:  - 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 Rating:  - 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 
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