Research Catalog

Title

Classical mythology : the basics / Richard Martin.

Author

Martin, Richard P.

Publication

Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2016.

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Details

Description

xii, 172 pages; 20 cm.

Summary

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, a glossary of key terms and case studies from antiquity to the modern day, thisis an essential introduction to the myths which have been a fundamental part of Western culture throughout history. --Publisher

Series Statement

The basics

Uniform Title

Basics (Routledge (Firm))

Subject

• Mythology, Greek
• Mythology, Classical
• Myth
• Mythology
• Myth

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references and index.

Processing Action (note)

• committed to retain

Contents

Machine generated contents note: 1. Stories that stay -- 2. Talking of gods -- 3. Heroic dimensions -- 4. Interpreting myths: symbols and societies -- 5. Myths, media, memories.

ISBN

• 9780415715027
• 0415715024
• 9780415715034
• 0415715032
• 9781315727189 (canceled/invalid)
• 1315727188 (canceled/invalid)

LCCN

^^2015034348

OCLC

• 920966810
• SCSB-12869968

Owning Institutions

Harvard Library