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'Here, from a master scholar of Greek mythology, religion and society, is a master narrative of the ancient Greek world 'told with the resonance, verve and passion of a modern bard in action' Robert Fagles, bestselling translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey 'Storytelling at its best ... A rich treasury for all readers' - Library Journal 'Those seeking a first-rate account of the meanings and origins of the Greek myths, as well as a fresh and absorbing narrative, will find no better guide than Vernant' - Publisher's Weekly
The Guardian G2, October, 2002
Vernant retells ancient Greek myths in a pellucid, intimate style such as he was wont to use with his grandson at bedtime.(This is)wonderful.
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first read this book back in 2003 but due to having nothing new to read I am half way through it again. It is an excellent little book and can be completed in a few nights avid reading, although due to the strange Greek names others may want to take longer to digest the Gods/Family history a little more. The book starts out setting the scene telling of how the Gods and the Humans came to be, then moves on to the more fun stories and myths.
Because of it's shortness it is only really a grounding for books of this eara but as a positive the myth's in this form can easily be adapted to be read to children. The best thing about the book is that it is told in a story style rather than a Historical Fact style like so many are which makes it a much more pleasant read.
This is the first Greek setting book I read which got me hooked, has since led me down the Historical fiction route of Pressfield and his much more realistic and gruesome novels.
If you want to quickly get upto speed on who's who in the Gods and some of the characters spoken about in other more detailed novels then this book is the perfect starting point.
Because of it's shortness it is only really a grounding for books of this eara but as a positive the myth's in this form can easily be adapted to be read to children. The best thing about the book is that it is told in a story style rather than a Historical Fact style like so many are which makes it a much more pleasant read.
This is the first Greek setting book I read which got me hooked, has since led me down the Historical fiction route of Pressfield and his much more realistic and gruesome novels.
If you want to quickly get upto speed on who's who in the Gods and some of the characters spoken about in other more detailed novels then this book is the perfect starting point.
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book acts as an interesting and thoroughly engaging introduction to Greek Mythology.
Starting out with 'How the world was created' according to Greek Legend, with God & Goddess names spread throughout, allowing for a previously versed reader to be refreshed, or for a first time reader to easily learn.
The Legends are then told in a short story-like manner, which is an utter delight to read, time and time again.
This book is 'light' in it's writing, but gives much information and a great overview of Greek Mythology.
I highly recommend this book for both young and old alike. You don't even have to have an interest in Ancient Greek Legends to enjoy this book and the stories within.
Starting out with 'How the world was created' according to Greek Legend, with God & Goddess names spread throughout, allowing for a previously versed reader to be refreshed, or for a first time reader to easily learn.
The Legends are then told in a short story-like manner, which is an utter delight to read, time and time again.
This book is 'light' in it's writing, but gives much information and a great overview of Greek Mythology.
I highly recommend this book for both young and old alike. You don't even have to have an interest in Ancient Greek Legends to enjoy this book and the stories within.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I asked for a book on Greek mythology as although I knew many of the names, I was distinctly hazy on the finer points of who they were and what they did. The book is really an edited down version of the myths and the author makes no bones about pointing out where stories have multiple versions. It is well-written with slightly whimsical comments from the author woven in from time to time. It does get to the heart of the stories without wasting its words and the tales are clearly put across. Greek mythology can be a trifle confusing at times as there are so much entangled lineage and enmities which run through it all but as a gateway into the subject, this book is a winner.
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Enlightening
At last at the tender age of 55 I am finally getting to grips with Greek mythology as a complete novice. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. E. M. Nevin
Hard to understand
I find this book very dry and hard to understand... I have not made it past how the universe was formed. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Danica
Good for a beginning.
I read this book to get a little bit more of an understanding before I delved into the deeper information in another book I had bought on the same subject. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Nikki84_14
Call me shallow but...
I want from an "entree" into the colossal maze of Greek Mythology but 3 things:
(a) idiot proof attempt at a "time-line" or "genealogy tree"
(b) pictures - both from... Read more
(a) idiot proof attempt at a "time-line" or "genealogy tree"
(b) pictures - both from... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ginola14
A stunning insight to Ancient Greek myths
This book is amazing. I received it as a Christmas present from a friend and found myself unable to put it down. Read more
Published 17 months ago by bookfairy
Very Good text
The book is perfect to understand and get started in the world of greek myths. It is very "reader-friendly" in the sense that uses simple words but the ideas are clear. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Suizonas
Great read like a novel!
I would HIGHLY recommend this for beginners in greek mythology with little or no prior knowledge. Usually a lot of books/encyclopaeds narrate mythological details and history in a... Read more
Published 20 months ago by L. Siddiqui
Excellent
I bought this for my son who had been studying myths at school. He found it fascinating
Published 20 months ago by M. E. L. Stonestreet
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This book looks pretty heavy..but as they say 'never judge a book by its cover'.
It is an absolute delight to read and despite the myriad of names,is very easy to get... Read more
It is an absolute delight to read and despite the myriad of names,is very easy to get... Read more
Published on 21 May 2010 by rusty buckets
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