The Universe, The Gods And Mortals: Ancient Greek Myths by Jean-Pierre Vernant P

Description: The Universe, The Gods And Mortals by Jean-Pierre Vernant Presents a study of Greek mythology. This book takes you from the Trojan War to the voyage of Odysseus, from the story of Dionysus to the destiny of Oedipus and to Perseus confrontation with the Gorgons. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description One of the worlds great classical scholars retells for a general audience the haunting central myths of the Greek world - the roots of its creation, the eternal tug-of-war between its gods and mortals, and the heart and soul of its tragedies and epic poems - the Creation, the war of the gods and Titans, the empire of Zeus and the Olympian gods, tales of the Trojan War, the voyage of Odysseus, the stories of Dionysus, Oedipus, Perseus - all told with a new freshness and simplicity. Notes One of the worlds great classical scholars retells for a general audience the haunting central myths of the Greek world - "the roots of its creation, the eternal tug of war between its gods and mortals and the heart and soul of its tragedies and epic poems". The great stories of Greek mythology, told with a new freshness and simplicity. Author Biography Jean-Pierre Vernant is one of the most remarkable classicists of our time. Professor at Pariss CollA ge de France and author of numerous academic publications on the subject of Greek mythology, Vernants fairy tale narrative is infused with a wealth of insight as well as a lifetimes knowledge. Review Here, from a master scholar of Greek mythology, religion and society, is a master narrative of the ancient Greek world told with the resonance, verve and passion of a modern bard in action Robert Fagles, bestselling translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey Storytelling at its best ... A rich treasury for all readers - Library Journal Those seeking a first-rate account of the meanings and origins of the Greek myths, as well as a fresh and absorbing narrative, will find no better guide than Vernant - Publishers Weekly Details ISBN1861973993 Publisher Profile Books Ltd Year 2002 Translator Linda Asher ISBN-10 1861973993 ISBN-13 9781861973993 Format Paperback Publication Date 2002-10-01 Media Book Pages 224 Edition Main UK Release Date 2002-10-01 Imprint Profile Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2002-10-01 NZ Release Date 2002-10-01 Subtitle Ancient Greek Myths Author Jean-Pierre Vernant Edition Description Main DEWEY 292.13 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:631337;

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