Greek and Roman myths. From Troy and Homer to Pandora and Avatar
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The ideal introduction into the mythology of ancient Greece and ancient Rome, full of intriguing facts and exciting stories.
Who was Pandora and what was lurking in her famous box? Why is the famous brand named after the goddess Nicky? How is the Avatar connected with the myth of Pandora and why does mythology unite Dürer and Dali?
Myths are still part of modern life and language. We all know something about ancient mythology, but this book will help to collect a single magnificent picture from fragmentary information. You will get acquainted with the main stories and characters, from the creation of the world and the exploits of Hercules to the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odyssey. Dr. Philip Matyshak, who teaches at Cambridge, embodies an exotic set of heroes and monsters, offended women and powerful gods. He demonstrates how the plots of ancient mythology lived for centuries, affecting art and culture, from the painting of the Renaissance to a modern opera, literature and cinema
Who was Pandora and what was lurking in her famous box? Why is the famous brand named after the goddess Nicky? How is the Avatar connected with the myth of Pandora and why does mythology unite Dürer and Dali?
Myths are still part of modern life and language. We all know something about ancient mythology, but this book will help to collect a single magnificent picture from fragmentary information. You will get acquainted with the main stories and characters, from the creation of the world and the exploits of Hercules to the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odyssey. Dr. Philip Matyshak, who teaches at Cambridge, embodies an exotic set of heroes and monsters, offended women and powerful gods. He demonstrates how the plots of ancient mythology lived for centuries, affecting art and culture, from the painting of the Renaissance to a modern opera, literature and cinema
Author:
Author:Philip Matyshak
Cover:
Cover:Hard
Category:
- Category:Fiction
- Category:Modern Literature
- Category:Poetry & Literature
- Category:Esoteric, Folklore & Myth
Publication language:
Publication Language:Russian
Paper:
Paper:Offset
Age restrictions:
Age restrictions:16+
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-00195-344-9
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