Classic Greek Myths: Timeless Stories of Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Mythical Creatures. Explore the Enduring Impact of Ancient Greece
by Zoe Benning
English | 2023 | ASIN: B0CGTNYR7B | 140 Pages | ePUB | 1.73 MB
by Zoe Benning
English | 2023 | ASIN: B0CGTNYR7B | 140 Pages | ePUB | 1.73 MB
The Ancient Greeks might be gone, but their myths and legends shape your modern life even to this day.
Think about the movies you watch, the novels you read, and the TV shows you binge on…
The tragedies of heroes and the complex portrayals of human emotions – all find their roots in Ancient Greek myths.
And it’s not just pop culture: governments, hospitals, sports, philosophy, and even scientific institutions carry with them the pillars of Greek ideas, language, symbolisms, and culture.
Inside, you will discover:
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the Greek heroes – from the 12 labors of Heracles to the legends of Achilles and Odysseus
Greek Gods 101 – delve into the history and lives of the Olympians who meddled with celestial and human affairs
Who stoked the flames of humankind? Embark on a fascinating tale of betrayal, curiosity, hope, and a thirst to ignite the spark of human life
When flying too close to glory ends up being disastrous… a cautionary tale of genius and hubris that lives even in modern literature
Morals that transcend generations – discover the limits of greed, tested by humans and tempered by gods in humorous ways
And much more.
This isn’t your average Greek mythology book for adults.
It’s an exploration of the human psyche, of the legends that defined human nature, and of the fascination toward the unknown that makes humans flawed adventurers.
And it shows you exactly why Greek mythology resonates with humans even to this day…