Gods, Goddesses & Warriors Collector's Set
GODS & GODDESSES
The world of the Ancient Greeks lives on today through its mythology. For
countless generations prior to biblical times, tales of gods and goddesses were
passed down by storytellers and interwoven into traditions and philosophies.
Featuring comprehensive interviews with renowned Greek scholars, GODS &
GODDESSES looks at where these myths might have originated, and reveals recent
archaeological evidence which suggests that some of the myths may have actually
taken place
LAST STAND OF THE 300
The legendary battle of Thermopylae is still acknowledged today for its
brilliant military maneuvers and the well-trained and fearless soldiers who
fought to the death. HISTORY® presents a detailed account of this legendary
battle, examining the events leading up to the conflict, the tactical expertise
that allowed the outnumbered Greeks to stall their mighty foes, and the bloody
encounter itself.
CLASH OF THE GODS
Reacquaint yourself with myths so powerful that they remain woven into the
fabric of the present world, resonating with real-life relevance. Thousands of
years ago, they were used to help frame the world of the ancients, and dictate
the guidelines of their societies. From the epic tragedy of Medusa, Greek
mythology’s most infamous female fiend, to Hercules, its greatest action
hero, and Hades, master of the land of the dead and a god so feared no one would
speak his name, explore these myths and the legendary figures who inspired them
in CLASH OF THE GODS.
THE TROJAN WAR
In this collection from HISTORY®, scholars try and answer this question in The
Odyssey of Troy by researching the Greek poet Homer, possibly one of the
greatest poets in the history of Western Europe, and his epic tale of life and
war. Explore the mythology of Helen of Troy, daughter of Zeus, and the role she
played as the catalyst for the Trojan War in Troy: The Passion of Helen,and
visit magnificent monuments and temples in The Greek Gods to see how the gods'
changing faces reflected the advancement of the Greeks.