Greek Myths: Tales of Troy & Odysseus (Pocket Size Edition)
Hardcover | 192 Pages
The tales of the Trojan War and Odysseus, from Gustav Schwabās seminal anthology of Greek myths, stages the illustrious exploits of a host of heroes and gods. Through the masterful drawings of Clifford Harper and artworks from the leading figures of the Golden Age of Illustration, the world of Greek mythology is reimagined into life.
TheĀ Greek myths are timeless classics, whose scenes and figures have captivated us since ancient times. The gods and heroes of these legends hold up aĀ mirror to the human condition, embodying universal characteristics and emotions, like love, hatred, fortune, jealousy, revenge, hubris, greed, or bravery. These traits are the basis for immortal dramas and rich narratives, as profound as they are entertaining, whichĀ form the bedrock of our culture and literature todayĀ and remain relevant and fascinating for all readers, young and old alike.
This edition contains 21 of theĀ most famed episodes from the Trojan War, theĀ subsequent wanderings of Odysseus, and hisĀ long-awaited return to Ithaca. The texts are carefully compiled from the seminal workĀ Sagen des klassischen AltertumsĀ (Gods and Heroes: Myths and Epics of Ancient Greece) byĀ Gustav Schwab, and strikingly illustrated by 15 artists, among them outstanding representatives of theĀ Golden Age of Book IllustrationĀ and theĀ Arts and Crafts Movement, including Walter Crane, William Russell Flint, Newell Convers Wyeth, and Virginia Frances Sterrett.
These illustrations are complemented byĀ scene-setting vignettes for each storyĀ and aĀ genealogical treeĀ of Greek gods and goddesses byĀ Clifford Harper. Placing the tales in a historical context, the book contains an introduction byĀ Dr. Michael SieblerĀ and is rounded off with anĀ extensive glossaryĀ of the most important protagonists in the Greek myths. The heroism, tragedy, and theater of Greek mythology glimmer through each tale in this lavishly illustrated edition,Ā awakening the gods and heroes to new life.
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Greek Myths: Tales of Troy & Odysseus (Pocket Size Edition)
Hardcover | 192 Pages
The tales of the Trojan War and Odysseus, from Gustav Schwabās seminal anthology of Greek myths, stages the illustrious exploits of a host of heroes and gods. Through the masterful drawings of Clifford Harper and artworks from the leading figures of the Golden Age of Illustration, the world of Greek mythology is reimagined into life.
TheĀ Greek myths are timeless classics, whose scenes and figures have captivated us since ancient times. The gods and heroes of these legends hold up aĀ mirror to the human condition, embodying universal characteristics and emotions, like love, hatred, fortune, jealousy, revenge, hubris, greed, or bravery. These traits are the basis for immortal dramas and rich narratives, as profound as they are entertaining, whichĀ form the bedrock of our culture and literature todayĀ and remain relevant and fascinating for all readers, young and old alike.
This edition contains 21 of theĀ most famed episodes from the Trojan War, theĀ subsequent wanderings of Odysseus, and hisĀ long-awaited return to Ithaca. The texts are carefully compiled from the seminal workĀ Sagen des klassischen AltertumsĀ (Gods and Heroes: Myths and Epics of Ancient Greece) byĀ Gustav Schwab, and strikingly illustrated by 15 artists, among them outstanding representatives of theĀ Golden Age of Book IllustrationĀ and theĀ Arts and Crafts Movement, including Walter Crane, William Russell Flint, Newell Convers Wyeth, and Virginia Frances Sterrett.
These illustrations are complemented byĀ scene-setting vignettes for each storyĀ and aĀ genealogical treeĀ of Greek gods and goddesses byĀ Clifford Harper. Placing the tales in a historical context, the book contains an introduction byĀ Dr. Michael SieblerĀ and is rounded off with anĀ extensive glossaryĀ of the most important protagonists in the Greek myths. The heroism, tragedy, and theater of Greek mythology glimmer through each tale in this lavishly illustrated edition,Ā awakening the gods and heroes to new life.
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Hardcover | 192 Pages
The tales of the Trojan War and Odysseus, from Gustav Schwabās seminal anthology of Greek myths, stages the illustrious exploits of a host of heroes and gods. Through the masterful drawings of Clifford Harper and artworks from the leading figures of the Golden Age of Illustration, the world of Greek mythology is reimagined into life.
TheĀ Greek myths are timeless classics, whose scenes and figures have captivated us since ancient times. The gods and heroes of these legends hold up aĀ mirror to the human condition, embodying universal characteristics and emotions, like love, hatred, fortune, jealousy, revenge, hubris, greed, or bravery. These traits are the basis for immortal dramas and rich narratives, as profound as they are entertaining, whichĀ form the bedrock of our culture and literature todayĀ and remain relevant and fascinating for all readers, young and old alike.
This edition contains 21 of theĀ most famed episodes from the Trojan War, theĀ subsequent wanderings of Odysseus, and hisĀ long-awaited return to Ithaca. The texts are carefully compiled from the seminal workĀ Sagen des klassischen AltertumsĀ (Gods and Heroes: Myths and Epics of Ancient Greece) byĀ Gustav Schwab, and strikingly illustrated by 15 artists, among them outstanding representatives of theĀ Golden Age of Book IllustrationĀ and theĀ Arts and Crafts Movement, including Walter Crane, William Russell Flint, Newell Convers Wyeth, and Virginia Frances Sterrett.
These illustrations are complemented byĀ scene-setting vignettes for each storyĀ and aĀ genealogical treeĀ of Greek gods and goddesses byĀ Clifford Harper. Placing the tales in a historical context, the book contains an introduction byĀ Dr. Michael SieblerĀ and is rounded off with anĀ extensive glossaryĀ of the most important protagonists in the Greek myths. The heroism, tragedy, and theater of Greek mythology glimmer through each tale in this lavishly illustrated edition,Ā awakening the gods and heroes to new life.
