Mythology for dummies /
Blackwell, Amy Hackney,
Mythology for dummies / Amy Hackney Blackwell, Christopher Blackwell. - Second Edition - Indianapolis : John Wiley and Sons, c2023. - xv, 381 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. - for dummies .
Part 1 : Mythology basics and why the stories endure. --
Part 2 : Thunder and lightning: Greek mythology. --
Part 3 : The cultural spoils of an Empire: Roman mythology. --
Part 4 : One big family feud: Norse and Northern European mythology. --
Part 5 : The cradle(s) of civilization: African and Near-Eastern mythology. --
Part 6 : Kashmir to Kyoto, and a lot in between: South- and East Asian mythology. --
Part 7 : "New World"? Says who? Mythology of the Americas. --
Part 8 : The part of tens. --
"Discover (or rediscover!) history's greatest myths and legends. From Grendel and Beowulf to Poseidon, Medusa, and Hercules, the gods, monsters, and heroes of mythology are endlessly weird and fascinating. And if you're looking for a helpful companion to this wild collection of creatures, humans, and deities, you've found it! Mythology For Dummies delivers the straight goods on history's most popular myths, helping you make sense of even the most complicated ancient stories. You'll learn about the origins of your favorite myths, their cultural impact, and more. Discover: The coolest mythological characters, including intrepid Odysseus, the volatile gods of Mount Olympus, and Thor and Loki; How ancient mythology intersects with our daily lives in pop culture, high culture, and everything in between; Mythological destinations, like Atlantis, and famous sites from Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology. An engrossing guide to some of the most enduring and interesting tales from throughout history, Mythology For Dummies serves up the inside scoop on almost every myth or legend you'd care to learn more about"--
Publisher's description
978-1-394-18793-5
2023939564
MYTHOLOGY.
BL 312 B53 2023
Mythology for dummies / Amy Hackney Blackwell, Christopher Blackwell. - Second Edition - Indianapolis : John Wiley and Sons, c2023. - xv, 381 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. - for dummies .
Part 1 : Mythology basics and why the stories endure. --
Part 2 : Thunder and lightning: Greek mythology. --
Part 3 : The cultural spoils of an Empire: Roman mythology. --
Part 4 : One big family feud: Norse and Northern European mythology. --
Part 5 : The cradle(s) of civilization: African and Near-Eastern mythology. --
Part 6 : Kashmir to Kyoto, and a lot in between: South- and East Asian mythology. --
Part 7 : "New World"? Says who? Mythology of the Americas. --
Part 8 : The part of tens. --
"Discover (or rediscover!) history's greatest myths and legends. From Grendel and Beowulf to Poseidon, Medusa, and Hercules, the gods, monsters, and heroes of mythology are endlessly weird and fascinating. And if you're looking for a helpful companion to this wild collection of creatures, humans, and deities, you've found it! Mythology For Dummies delivers the straight goods on history's most popular myths, helping you make sense of even the most complicated ancient stories. You'll learn about the origins of your favorite myths, their cultural impact, and more. Discover: The coolest mythological characters, including intrepid Odysseus, the volatile gods of Mount Olympus, and Thor and Loki; How ancient mythology intersects with our daily lives in pop culture, high culture, and everything in between; Mythological destinations, like Atlantis, and famous sites from Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology. An engrossing guide to some of the most enduring and interesting tales from throughout history, Mythology For Dummies serves up the inside scoop on almost every myth or legend you'd care to learn more about"--
Publisher's description
978-1-394-18793-5
2023939564
MYTHOLOGY.
BL 312 B53 2023
