For courses in Classical Mythology in Classics, English, or other departments. Comprehensive and scholarly, this well-designed and class-tested text presents Greek and Roman myths in a lively and easy-to-read manner. It features fresh translations, numerous illustrations (ancient and modern) of classical myths and legends, and commentary that emphasizes the anthropological, historical, religious, sociological, and economic contexts in which the myths were told. It also provides a cultural context so that students can see how mythology has influenced the world and how it continues to influence society today.
- ISBN10 1292066148
- ISBN13 9781292066141
- Publish Date 20 January 2015 (first published 17 July 2013)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 15 March 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Pearson Education Limited
- Edition 8th edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 760
- Language English