Mythology - Murray Alexander Stuart

Mythology: Illustrated Chiefly From The Myths And Legends Of Greece is a book written by Alexander Stuart Murray and first published in 1876. The book is a comprehensive collection of Greek myths and legends, with a focus on the gods and heroes of Greek mythology. The author presents the stories in a clear and concise manner, making them accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Greek mythology. The first section provides an overview of the gods and goddesses of Olympus, including Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Demeter, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Hermes, and Dionysus. The second section focuses on the heroes of Greek mythology, such as Heracles, Theseus, Perseus, and Jason.The book also includes a section on the Trojan War, one of the most famous events in Greek mythology. The author describes the causes of the war, the major players involved, and the key events that led to the fall of Troy.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed illustrations that bring the stories to life. These illustrations are based on ancient Greek art and provide readers with a visual representation of the characters and events described in the text.Overall, Mythology: Illustrated Chiefly From The Myths And Legends Of Greece is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Greek mythology. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the major stories and characters of Greek mythology, and the illustrations help to make the stories more engaging and memorable.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104147150