Greek mythology is the precursor to modern religion. The sea of monsters by rick riordan, the lightning thief by rick riordan, the last olympian by rick riordan, the. Buy bulfinchs greek and roman mythology dover thrift editions dover ed by thomas bulfinch isbn. Tatlock and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Venus and adonis, jupiter and juno, daphne and apollo, and many others. Readers have long admired bulfinchs versions for the skill with which he wove various versions of a tale into a coherent whole, the vigor of his storytelling, and. This list of books about greek or roman mythology is sponsored by little, brown and company, publisher of circe by madeline miller. The age of fable dover thrift editions dover ed edition. The mark of athena by rick riordan, the battle of the labyrinth by rick riordan, the iliad by homer, the lost. A guide to the classical stories 01 by philip matyszak isbn. Greek and roman mythology a to z native american mythology a to z norse mythology a to z. He is the author of numerous books on the ancient world, including the highly. Buy the paperback book bulfinchs greek and roman mythology.
But circe is a strange childnot powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. The age of fable and millions of other books are available for instant access. If your kids love language, theyll enjoy learning these illustrated word origin stories derived from greek and roman mythology. But whatever it is that draws you to greek mythology, youll probably find at least a book or two on this list that fits what youre looking for. Greek mythology tells of many heroes who defeated their enemies by superior wit. Drawing on the works of homer, ovid, virgil, and other classical authors, as well as an immense trove of stories about the norse gods and heroes, the age of fable offers lively retellings of the myths of the greek and roman gods. These books are the best greek mythology books from past and present. The age of fable dover thrift editions by thomas bulfinch apr 18, 2000. Edith hamiltons mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the greek, roman and norse myths that are. If youre looking for a great book on greek mythology for kids, daulaires book of greek myths is easily the best one out there. Greek and roman mythology 9787802117105 by jessie m. The perfect book for casual browsers and folklore enthusiasts alike, whos who in classical mythology offers a rich and readable guide to some of the greatest.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Stephen fry on the relevance of greek myths today the london magazine pt. In the house of helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the titans, a daughter is born. Odyesseus, for example, was said to have thought of the wooden trojan horse. We highly encourage you to do a little bit of background reading with your children. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means. Bulfinchs greek and roman mythology by thomas bulfinch, 9780486411071, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Author suzanne collins drew her inspiration from roman. First published in 1855, bulfinchs mythology has introduced generations of readers to the great myths of greece and rome, as well as timehonored legends of norse mythology, medieval, and chivalric tales, oriental fables, and more. Philip matyszak has a doctorate in roman history from st. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for smart. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for. Its written in a style so simple and clear that children should have no problem understanding it, but the language is also very colorful and evocative.