Land Of Zeus: Myths Of The Greek Gods And Heroes
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: No dust jacket - paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A rich and engaging collection of classical mythology, Land of Zeus: Myths of the Greek Gods and Heroes presents the timeless stories of ancient Greece with vivid clarity and narrative authority. The work chronicles the legendary exploits of the Olympian gods — Zeus, Athena, Apollo, and their divine kin — alongside the heroic journeys of mortals like Heracles, Odysseus, and Perseus. Dowrick weaves together these ancient tales into a cohesive and accessible retelling that honours the grandeur and drama of the original myths. The tone is both reverent and compelling, making it an ideal introduction for newcomers and a satisfying revisit for those already familiar with the canon of Greek legend. A compelling testament to the enduring power of these stories, the volume illustrates how myth shaped the cultural and spiritual life of the ancient world.
Author: Stephanie Dowrick
Format: Paperback
Genre: Myths & legends
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: No dust jacket - paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A rich and engaging collection of classical mythology, Land of Zeus: Myths of the Greek Gods and Heroes presents the timeless stories of ancient Greece with vivid clarity and narrative authority. The work chronicles the legendary exploits of the Olympian gods — Zeus, Athena, Apollo, and their divine kin — alongside the heroic journeys of mortals like Heracles, Odysseus, and Perseus. Dowrick weaves together these ancient tales into a cohesive and accessible retelling that honours the grandeur and drama of the original myths. The tone is both reverent and compelling, making it an ideal introduction for newcomers and a satisfying revisit for those already familiar with the canon of Greek legend. A compelling testament to the enduring power of these stories, the volume illustrates how myth shaped the cultural and spiritual life of the ancient world.