Greek Mythology: Discover the Epic Stories, Heroes, and Deities That Shaped Ancient Greece (An Introduction to the Gods and Goddesses, Mythical Creatures, and Muses of Ancient Greece)

Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite characters from greek mythology with this collection of profiles to tell you who’s who in classical lore!You will discover the backstories of the heroes, villains, gods, and goddesses that enjoy popularity in today’s shows and films. With comprehensive entries that outline each character’s name, roles, related symbols, and foundational myths, you can get to know the roots of these personas and better understand the stories they inspire today. With this character-focused, handy reference, you will never be confused about ancient greece!Here’s an overview of the topics this book will cover:The ancient greek cosmogony and how the gods were born along with the observable world and beyond.A detailed, individual look at the twelve main deities that comprised the greek pantheon.The characteristics and origins of individual legendary heroes of greek mythology such as achilles, odysseus, and many others.A detailed look into the most important epic tales and poems that ancient greece is renowned for and the themes explored therein.Timeless greek tragedies and intrigues that have captivated minds and touched hearts for thousands of years.It can be challenging to find a comprehensive collection of greek myths considering the number of versions and translations available. However, look no further as you have found a book that includes many of the most popular greek myths in an easily accessible format.The purpose of this book is not only to introduce you to greek mythology but also to captivate your attention and imagination so you can relive the tales of the most fabulous greek gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters.