Giesecke, Annette
Classical Mythology A to Z: An Encyclopedia of Gods & Goddesses, Heroes & Heroines, Nymphs, Spirits, Monsters, and Places
- ISBN 13:
- 9780762470013
- author:
- Giesecke, Annette
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Running Press Adult
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 376
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 18.6 x 4.2 centimeters (1.4
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Folklore & Mythology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A comprehensive guide to classical Greek and Roman mythology is presented in this beautifully illustrated A-to-Z encyclopedia. With over 700 entries, it covers major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places from these ancient stories.
Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale. The book includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well as their equivalents in Roman mythology and cult.
Perfect for those looking to explore or deepen their understanding of classical mythology, this illustrated encyclopedia is accompanied by 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.
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