Simon & Schuster Book of Greek Gods and Heroes
by Alice Low, Arvis Stewart (Illustrator), Barry R. Katz
The gods and heroes of ancient Greece shake heaven and earth in a collection of over thirty stories that breath new life into the myths of Olympus. Here is the triumphant tale of the Trojan Horse, the tragedy of Oedipus, the downfall of Medusa and more. Witness the grand drama of some of the best known heroes of all time in a fresh rendition of these timeless tales.
Dictionary
of Classical Mythology
by John Edward Zimmerman
 A knowledge of classical mythology is
indispensable in understanding and appreciating much of the great
literature, sculpture, and painting of both the ancients and the moderns.
Unless we know the marvelous stories of the deities and heroes of the
ancients, their great literature and art as much later work down to the
present day will remain unintelligible.
Includes both major and minor characters from Greek and Roman mythology,
place names, symbols, allusions in literature, etc.
Twelve
Labors of Hercules
by Marc A. Cerasini, Isidre
Mones (Illustrator)
 Although he is the strongest man in the world, Hercules must also use
his wits to complete the tasks that a jealous king has in store for him.
From giant ogres to fearsome Amazons, Hercules tackles the foes gamely.
With the rollicking humor of a tall tale, this retelling is an exciting
first step into Greek mythology. Full color.
Favorite
Greek Myths (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Bob Blaisdell, John Green (Illustrator), Robert Blaisdell
From Athena to Zeus, Prometheus to
Pandora, Oedipus to Odysseus, and Icarus to the Argonauts, many of the
most popular Greek myths are included here in abridged narrative form.
Heroes,
Gods and Monsters of Greek Myths
by Bernard Evslin
(Introduction), William Hofmann (Illustrator)
 In this compelling book, Evslin introduces readers to the wondrous and
terrifying world of superhuman beings, such as Medusa and the Minotaur,
and the glory of gods like Zeus, Athena, and Poseidon - brought magically
to life through exciting retellings of great adventurers such as Perseus,
Daedalus, Prometheus, and others.
The
Illustrated Age of Fable
by Thomas Bulfinch
 Since it was first published in 1855,
Thomas Bulfinch's masterly collection of the myths and legends of Greece
and Rome has proved so popular that even today it makes essential reading
for any newcomer to mythology. Now, for the first time, Bulfinch's stories
are published with the full-color honors they deserve. For this special
edition, his nineteenth-century literary references have been replaced by
paintings-100 of the most stunning and dramatic masterpieces ever inspired
by myth.
Greek
Gods and Heroes
by Robert Graves
 Recounts
the glorious days when gods and godesses who dwelt on Mount Olympus ruled
over the world of mortals below, and fabled heroes performed mighty deeds
of valor.
The
Greek Myths
by Robert Graves
 Endymion, Pelops, Daedalus, Pygmalion --
we recognize the names, but what are the stories behind these and other
familiar gods from the Greek pantheon -- names that recur throughout the
history of European culture? Drawing on an enormous range of sources,
Robert Graves has brought together elements of these myths in simple
narrative form. He retells the adventures of the most important gods and
heroes of the ancient Greeks. His work has become the reference for the
serious scholar as well as the casual inquirer.
Mythology
by Edith Hamilton
 Edith Hamilton loved the ancient Western
myths with a passion - and this classic compendium is her tribute.
"The tales of Greek mythology do not throw any clear light upon what
early mankind was like," Hamilton explains in her introduction.
"They do throw an abundance of light upon what early Greeks were like
- a matter, it would seem, of more importance to us, who are their
descendents intellectually, artistically, and politically. Nothing we
learn about them is alien to ourselves." Fans of Greek mythology will
find all the great stories and characters her - Perseus, Hercules, and
Odysseus - each discussed in generous detail by the voice of an
impressively knowledgeable and engaging (with occasional lapses) narrator.
This is also an excellent primer for middle - and high-school students who
are studying ancient Greek and Roman culture and literature.
The
Story of Hercules (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Robert Blaisdell, Thea Kliros (Illustrator), Bob Blaisdell
This
delightful book for young readers tells the story of the immensely strong
hero from his birth to his death and final ascension of Mount Olympus to
live among the gods. Along the way young readers will enjoy Hercules' many
exploits, including slaying the Nemean lion, battling the centaurs, and
dispatching the nine-headed hydra.
D'aulaire's
Book of Greek Myths
by Ingri D'Aulaire, Edgar
Parin D'Aulaire
 No education is complete without a large slice of Greek mythology. And
there's no better way of meeting that literary quota than with the
D'Aulaires' book. All the great gods and goddesses of ancient Greece are
depicted in this big, beautiful classic, lovingly illustrated and
skillfully told. Young readers will be dazzled by mighty Zeus, lord of the
universe; stirred by elegant Athena, goddess of wisdom; intimidated by
powerful Hera, queen of Olympus; and chilled by moody Poseidon, ruler of
the sea. These often impetuous immortals flounce and frolic, get
indiscreet, and get even. From petty squabbles to heroic deeds, their
actions cover the range of godly - and mortal - personalities.
Adventures
of the Greek Heroes
by Mollie McLean, Anne
Wilseman
 The myths of six Greek
heroes are told in a simple, straightforward style. "This is the
authors' answer to the need they found in their teaching experience for
easy versions of Greek hero tales, and the result is most successful . . .
vigorous and appealing. Included are Hercules, Perseus, Theseus, Orpheus,
Meleager, and Jason.
The
Gods and Goddesses of Olympus
by Aliki
 This large format book provides a quick, brightly illustrated
introduction to the ancient Greek gods and goddesses. Beginning with Gaia,
Uranus, and the Titans, Aliki chronicles the rise and fall of Cronus and
the defeat of the Titans by the new gods (Zeus and company), whom she
introduces individually. The latter section, which comprises two-thirds of
the book, will prove useful in libraries as a clear, simple overview of
the more familiar gods and goddesses. The artwork varies in quality from
the well-imagined scenes showing Gaea growing out of "a dark space
named Chaos" to the awkward and slightly comical look of the scenes
in which Cronus swallows his children and disgorges them. A Greek
dramatist might have advised that those actions should take place
offstage, to be reported by the players. While not a source for
storytellers, this will prove useful in libraries with a demand for basic
information on the gods and goddesses at the primary-grade level.
Who's
Who in Classical Mythology (Who's Who Series)
by Michael Grant
 Who's Who in Classical Mythology is an
indispensable guide to all the Greek and Roman mythological characters,
from major deities such as Athena and Bacchus, to the lesser-known wood
nymphs and centaurs. Also included, of course, are the heroic mortals,
figures such as Jason, Aeneas, Helen, Achilles, and Odysseus, all brought
to life in a fascinating series of portraits drawn from a wide variety of
ancient literary sources.
Mythology:
Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes
by Edith Hamilton
 Renowned for her love and knowledge of
classical leterature, Edith Hamilton created a legendary bestseller in
this masterful retelling of the great Greek, Roman, and Norse myths.
Lovers'
Legends: The Gay Greek Myths
by Andrew Calimach
 A
refreshing collection of Greek myths with their fig leaves duly, and
rightly, removed. . . a sheer pleasure to read.
Bulfinch's
Mythology
by Thomas Bulfinch
For almost a century and a half,
Bulfinch's Mythology has been the text by which the great tales of the
gods and goddesses, Greek and Roman antiquity; Scandinavian, Celtic, and
Oriental fables and myths; and the age of chivalry have been known.
The Library of Greek Mythology
Apollodorus, Robin Hard
A new translation of an important text for Greek mythology used as a source book by classicists from antiquity to Robert Graves, The Library of Greek Mythology is a complete summary of early Greek myth, telling the story of each of the great families of heoric mythology, and the various adventures associated with the main heros and heroines, from Jason and Perseus to Heracles and Helen of Troy. Using the ancient system of detailed histories of the great families, it contains invaluable genealogical diagrams for maximum clarity.
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