The Library of Greek Mythology
Published on 8. January 2020
306 pages
978-1-4209-7108-8 (ISBN)
Description
"The Library of Greek Mythology" is a classic source of Greek mythology, heroes, and legend. Also known as the "Library of Apollodorus", or the "Bibliotheca of Pseudo-Apollodorus", this definitive compendium dates originally from the first or second century A.D. The "Library" was first mentioned in a 9th century manuscript and has been considered over the centuries to be one of the most important and valuable works of mythology to survive from ancient times. The stories found in this priceless collection are the famous stories and legends of ancient Greece, from the beginning of the world to the events of the Trojan War. The "Library" introduced countless readers and writers to the fascinating tales of Greek gods, frightful monsters, and fearless heroes, such as Jason, Hercules, and Perseus. This authoritative collection is a must-read for scholars, students, and fans of Greek mythology.
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Content
- Intro
- Book I
- Book II
- Book III
- Epitome
