Complete world of Greek mythology / Richard Buxton.
Publisher description: From the first millennium BC onwards, Greek myths have been repeated in an inexhaustible series of variations and reinterpretations. Nowadays they can be found in film, television and computer games. This book combines a retelling of Greek myths with a comprehensive account of...
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Language: | English |
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New York :
Thames & Hudson,
2004.
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Physical Description: | 256 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 26 cm |
Format: | Book |
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Publisher description: From the first millennium BC onwards, Greek myths have been repeated in an inexhaustible series of variations and reinterpretations. Nowadays they can be found in film, television and computer games. This book combines a retelling of Greek myths with a comprehensive account of the world in which they developed. Throughout, the author draws upon the latest research into ancient Greek story-telling, presenting the material in an attractive, accessible and authoritative style. |
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Call Number: | BL783 .B88 2004 |
Bibliography Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 246-249) and index. |
ISBN: | 0500251215 |