Classical Myth: A Treasury of Greek and Roman Legends, Art, and History

Download or read book Classical Myth: A Treasury of Greek and Roman Legends, Art, and History written by Jane Bingham and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-15 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World of Mythology series introduces the myths of the world's greatest civilizations. The Classical world of ancient Greece and Rome has had an immeasurable impact on Western culture, but what inspired some of the greatest writers, philosophers, and architects of all time? Gods were not only worshipped, but consulted for both minor problems and victory in battle. The legends of mortals Heracles and Perseus were wrapped up in the lives of the immortals. Art and artifacts, as well as photographs of the landscapes immortalized in the tales, bring the world of Classical myth to life.