Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction Contributor(s): Morales, Helen (Author), Whelan, Julia (Read by) |
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ISBN: 1531803180 ISBN-13: 9781531803186 Publisher: Audible Studios on Brilliance
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Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Folklore & Mythology - Literary Criticism | Ancient And Classical - Religion | Antiquities & Archaeology |
Dewey: 292.13 |
Series: Very Short Introductions (Audio) |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.3" W x 6.7" L (0.08 lbs) |
Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) - Cultural Region - Greece - Cultural Region - Italy |
Features: Price on Product, Unabridged |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: From Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. But what do those myths represent, and why are they so enduringly fascinating? Why do they seem to be such a potent way of talking about ourselves, our origins, and our desires? This imaginative and stimulating Very Short Introduction goes beyond a simple retelling of the stories to explore the rich history and diverse interpretations of classical myths. It is a wide-ranging account, examining how classical myths are used and understood in both high art and popular culture, taking the listener from the temples of Crete to skyscrapers in New York, and finding classical myths in a variety of unexpected places: from Arabic poetry and Hollywood films, to psychoanalysis, the bible, and New Age spiritualism. About the series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These audiobooks are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly listenable. |
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