Greek Island Mythology
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 evocative guide to the mythological heritage of the Greek islands, Greek Island Mythology presents the legendary stories and divine narratives that have shaped one of the world's most storied landscapes. Stephanie Dowrick chronicles the gods, heroes, and monsters of ancient Greek tradition, anchoring each tale to the specific islands where myths were born, fought over, and immortalised in stone. The book illustrates how geography and mythology are inseparable in Greece, revealing how each island carries its own sacred identity — from the birthplace of Apollo to the shores walked by Odysseus. Written with clarity and cultural depth, it serves as both a compelling literary companion and an indispensable guide for travellers seeking to understand the ancient world beneath the modern Mediterranean sun.
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 evocative guide to the mythological heritage of the Greek islands, Greek Island Mythology presents the legendary stories and divine narratives that have shaped one of the world's most storied landscapes. Stephanie Dowrick chronicles the gods, heroes, and monsters of ancient Greek tradition, anchoring each tale to the specific islands where myths were born, fought over, and immortalised in stone. The book illustrates how geography and mythology are inseparable in Greece, revealing how each island carries its own sacred identity — from the birthplace of Apollo to the shores walked by Odysseus. Written with clarity and cultural depth, it serves as both a compelling literary companion and an indispensable guide for travellers seeking to understand the ancient world beneath the modern Mediterranean sun.