Greek and Roman myths, with a brief chapter on Norse myths.
"Night's Black Agents offers an introduction to the world of witches and wizards in Greek and Roman antiquity, and to the ghosts of the dead that were often associated with them. In its pages Daniel Ogden introduces us to the ancient equivalents, and often the actual prototypes,…
In Chaucer's Troilus and Criseyde the religious allusions influence the perception of character and raise theological issues. The references to classical mythology by and about Troilus reveal his fatalism, his flawed relationship with the deities, and his limited concept of love…
Here are the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, stylishly retold by Stephen Fry. The legendary writer, actor, and comedian breathes life into ancient tales, from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire, and transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians int…