The Heroes of the Greeks

by Karl Kerényi and C. Kerényi

Book Overview

The heroes of Greek mythology - Achilles, Orpheus, Herakles, Oedipus and others - preoccupied the minds of the ancient Greeks no less than the gods themselves. This study uses original sources, archaeological findings and psychological insight to provide an account of the lives of these mythical figures. The narrative is complemented by illustrations from vase paintings and genealogical tables of celebrated and lesser-known mythicl figures.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 050027049X
• ISBN13: 9780500270493
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.4" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

excellent

This is a great story which help to understand about the Greek gods. It is great for beginners. It helps explain about them and what they mean. I would recomend this to anyone interested in Greek Mythology.