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This is an engaging introduction which explores the latest thinking about Classical mythology, the history of interpreting myths and the role of myths in cultural tradition, from painting to opera, philosophy, politics, drama, and religion in the modern day. It answers such questions as what are ancient myths and who invented them where do gods come from what makes a hero how is Classical myth used in the modern world and what approaches are there to the study of myth? Featuring further reading and case studies from antiquity to the modern day, this is an essential introduction to the myths which have been a fundamental part of Western culture throughout history.

Author Biography:

Richard Martin is Professor in Classics at Stanford University and has twenty-five years' experience in teaching an introduction to Classical Mythology to undergraduate students. He is widely published on Homer, Hesiod, Pindar, Aristophanes,Theognis, and other ancient authors and genres in which mythic narration figures prominently.
Release date Australia
May 10th, 2016
Audiences
  • Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
  • Tertiary Education (US: College)
  • Undergraduate
Country of Publication
United Kingdom
Illustrations
10 Halftones, black and white
Imprint
Routledge
Pages
172
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Dimensions
129x198x10
ISBN-13
9780415715034
Product ID
23908132

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