Whether this is your first foray into greek mythology or you are a seasoned history loving aficionado i am sure you will find something within this book that you cant help but fall in love with. Popular ancient mythology books showing 150 of 251 the epic of gilgamesh paperback by. With exciting stories, illustrated with beautiful pictures and easytounderstand text, it takes you back through the ages to the scenes of the stories. First of all, you should take a look at this webpage. Whether youre obsessed with greek myths or intrigued by japanese folklore, this list is sure to have a title or two that can offer a great introduction to these beloved stories across the world. It combined both my love for ancient history and mythology with story and fantasy.
The ancient texts we call greek myths are our window into the distant past, a view of a world that existed not only in the mind of the poets, but also in the hearts of the humble natives of ancient greece. You will impress not only your family and friends but yourself too with what you will learn and to that end i say have a great time discovering more. Dundes classified a sacred narrative as a story that serves to define the fundamental worldview of a culture by explaining aspects of the natural world and delineating the psychological and social practices and ideals of a society. The usborne illustrated guide to greek myths and legends. Feb 8, 2014 explore bookbesotteds board based on greekroman mythology. See more ideas about chapter books, books and greek and roman mythology. Pdf the complete world of greek mythology download full. The other answers have already mentioned rick riordans books which are very good so definitely check them out if youre a beginner to greek and roman mythology. Aug 25, 2014 a child who shares her name with a greek god wants to learn more about the legends and history behind her name. Jan 11, 2018 this is a nico di angelo fanfiction, where basically several percy jackson and the heroes of olympus characters are inserted within the harry potter universe. Home site blog aboutcontact resource material mythical heroes greek pantheon mythical stories maps image galleries stories from the stars classroom material test your knowledge movies,dvds, games and books movies and dvds books about the site sitemap share this site how i built this site. The book doctor goes on a search for the best myth collections for small children.
A sumptuously illustrated treasury of greek myths filled with lively retellings of stories of brave heroes, powerful gods and terrible monsters, presented in a luxury, clothcovered hardback. If i wanted to learn about greek mythology, what would be. Jan 04, 2006 the ancient texts we call greek myths are our window into the distant past, a view of a world that existed not only in the mind of the poets, but also in the hearts of the humble natives of ancient greece. The philosophers stone, a cure all medicine, genesis, the pyramid firmament, the fountain of youth, isis and osiris, mythology, metaphor and pictorial allegory, darwin and the creationists, the yearly cycle astrology and lastly, the basis for all present religions. For almost a century and a half, bulfinchs mythology has been the text by which the great tales of the gods and goddesses, greek and roman antiquity.
Greek mythology has not only influenced greek culture, it has also, in some ways, influenced us today. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The iliad by homer, circe by madeline miller, the song of achilles by madeline miller, the histories by herodot. Ive always liked hamiltons mythology, but im also interested in others, such as buxtons. This book combines a retelling of greek myths with a. How briefly the anthropologists treat the greek myths is noteworthy. This year i started to be very interested in mythology and know i came here to have some books about greek mythology recommended about everything or maybe the books from the most important stories heracles, perseus and medusa, etc. A child who shares her name with a greek god wants to learn more about the legends and history behind her name. If theres any that are free possibly from gutenburg then thatd be awesome as well. The greek myths by robert graves 1956 gods and heroes of ancient greece by gustav schwab 1837 gods, heroes and men of ancient greece by w. They can be found in the latest movies and television shows and in software for interactive computer games. This is a nico di angelo fanfiction, where basically several percy jackson and the heroes of olympus characters are inserted within the harry potter universe. The first book of mythology, greekroman, the first books, 67 unknown binding january 1, 1955 by kathleen elgin author visit amazons kathleen elgin page. Greek mythology is the body of myths and teachings that belong to the ancient greeks, concerning their gods and heroes, the nature of the world, and the origins and significance of their own cult and ritual practices.
Go to the first page go to the first page go back a page page 1 of 1. For somewhat older people who are curious about the stories and reallife history related to greek myths, a good choice is thomas bulfinchs the age of fable or stories of gods and heroes coupled with ovids metamorphoses. Greek myths i picked up this book because the attractive cover intrigued me. Ever since its original publication in 1942, edith hamiltons mythology has been widely seen as the quintessential introduction to greek mythology for adults, even as countless other introductions to the topic have come and gone. I loved the percy jackson series when it first came out.
If you want the real goodies, read the illiad and the odysseus by homer. A collection of greek stories and greek gods for children paperback july 6. Ages 10 and up this mythology handbook is overflowing with interesting facts and activities that will fascinate those with an interest in the stories of greek heroes, gods and goddesses. The study of the way early man looked at his surroundings does not get much help from the greeks. Bulfinch is widely available, including online, and the stories entertain as well as explain, with the caveat that he prefers roman names like jupiter and. She has a fondness for mythology and is always looking up information online and in books and now she has a book she says is better than what she can find in her library at school. For more great fantasy reads, check out our fantasy books for kids and 10 thrilling books for teens who love fantasy. The fantastic in every sense of the word books on this list draw from indian, norse, japanese, chinese, and korean myths. Among these, youll find close historical retellings as well as texts that read like spiritual descendants of the original myths in a completely new setting.
However, it is not exactly a crossover as there is no mention of demigods, greek mythology and what not. Pyramid scheme, by dave freer and eric flint multiple formats at filed under. The impossibly handsome youth whom aphrodite fell in love with. As such, its long been one of the main ancient sources that scholars have used to piece together greek mythology. Greek mythology books for kids encourages the love and learning of greek mythology.
Listen to the wonderful journeys and adventures of these ancient greek gods and heroes. First encounters the cyclopes were the second and lowlier race of oneeyed giants to be born on the planet. Favorite greek myths the light which comes from the sun, while helios was the god of the sun itself. List of 10 best books to read about greek mythology.
Aug 24, 2017 this pageturner brings the furies of greek mythology to the modern world in this actionpacked story full of lots of plot twists. With thirtytwo popular and exciting stories including pandoras box, the minotaur and the labyrinth, jason and the golden fleece. The first book of mythology, greekroman, the first books, 67 unknown binding january 1, 1955. For more great fantasy reads, check out our fantasy books for kids and 10. To be truly familiar with greek mythology, you really should know a good portion of the allusions ovid makes. From the first millennium bc until today, the myths have been repeated in an inexhaustible series of variations and reinterpretations. For adults with more advanced knowledge for those already familiar with bulfinch, the next book to pick up is timothy gantz early greek myths, although this is a 2volume reference work, rather than a book to read. It provides a detailed description and history of the greek myth and has had a great impact on many writers. The mythology of the greeks this dark picture is worlds apart from the stories of classical mythology. The greek myths by robert graves i know, i knowif youre a nerd for mythology, you probably know your greek myths already. Like all greek myths, these fictionalized retellings contain love and sex, poetry and passion, and often buckets of blood. Favorite greek myths classic books for children at. This pageturner brings the furies of greek mythology to the modern world in this actionpacked story full of lots of plot twists. The goddess kept adonis safe and sound in a chest guarded.
Books about mythology, greek what should i read next. Bulfinchs mythology by thomas bulfinch book description. Apr, 2020 greek and roman mythology is part of the u. Index to fairy tales, myths, and legends second edition, 1926, with supplements from 1937 and 1952, by mary huse eastman page images at hathitrust filed under. What are the best books on greek myths for young children. For those already familiar with bulfinch, the next book to pick up is timothy gantz early greek myths, although this is a 2volume reference work, rather than a book to read. Young adult greek mythology score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The hero of the trojan war, leader of the myrmidons, slayer of hector and greece s greatest warrior, who sadly came unstuck when paris sent a flying arrow guided by apollo, which caught him in his only weak spot, his heel. Try different genres to see if it gets your kids excited too. Is there a greek or roman god of booksliteraturewriting or anything in that area. Provides the story of athena and her importance in greek mythology, including her connection to such figures as jason and odysseus, and describes the role of myths in the modern world. Scandinavian, celtic, and oriental fables and myths. A visual whos who of greek mythology ancient history.
Greek myths are among the most complex and influential stories ever told. See more ideas about my books, books and good books. Th e rays of sunlight, which might sometimes be seen across a dark cloud, were apollos golden arrows. What are some good fiction novels on greek or roman mythology. Retellings of classic stories and folklore are easy to find no matter what genre you love to read, and the possibilities are endless. Greek mythology are books about or based on the ancient greek myths as well as. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for.
Best books for kids and adults interested in greek mythology. If you havent already read the iliad, the odyssey, and hesiods theogony, those are essentials for greek mythology. Is there a greek or roman god of booksliteraturewriting. Silver honor bookscalifornia reading association capitol choices 2012 list of noteworthy titles for children and teens 2012 notable childrens booksalsc the new national geographic treasury of greek mythology offers timeless stories of greek myths in a beautiful new volume. Many books, movies, games, constellations, company names, astrological signs, planets, buildings, architectural designs and city names were based on or influenced by greek mythology in some way. Gods behaving badly by marie phillips what if the mighty gods of olympus were. Traditionally attributed to apollodorus of athens, the library is a first or second century encyclopaedia of greek mythology and heroic legends, written in a concise and unembellished style, closely following greek literary sources. What would be the closest to a god of books you could get. Best books about greek mythology for a starter this year i started to be very interested in mythology and know i came here to have some books about greek mythology recommended about everything or maybe the books from the most important stories heracles, perseus and medusa, etc. Then, learn a little about 20 important figures that have influenced stories, art, and.
Mythology, greek up to 20 books are listed, in descending order of popularity at this site the lightning thief percy jackson and the olympians. If i wanted to learn about greek mythology, what would be the. Great book for people just starting their interest in mythology. Greek mythology this is a wikipedia book, a collection of wikipedia articles that can be easily saved, imported by an external electronic rendering service, and ordered as a printed book. Of course the greeks too had their roots in the primeval slime. Buy the usborne illustrated guide to greek myths and legends by evans, cheryl, millard, anne, matthews, rodney isbn. It is a classic book that has dense writings about greek mythology, from the origin of the universe to the trojan war. A complete and enjoyable text which ive read since i was 8 and never stopped. Folklorist alan dundes defines myth as a sacred narrative that explains how the world and humanity evolved into their present form. In light of that, here are 5 books that draw from the greek mythological influence but put their own twist on the age old stories of antiquity. Love in the time of global warming by francesca lia block this postapocalpytic retelling of the odyssey features four queer kids and blocks signature lush and descriptive writing style. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for smart.
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