Selected Greek Mythology Stories.1

Author: He Minghua
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: Greek mythology is a precious pearl in the treasure trove of world literature. For thousands of years, it has had an extremely profound influence on Western literature, language, painting, architecture, sculpture, religious beliefs, customs, and even aesthetic tastes. This book selects several articles from the English original and provides annotations for proper nouns, background knowledge, and linguistic points in English. The book is divided into 46 chapters, with longer chapters having subheadings. It provides an overview of myths related to creation and several myths about the world. Then, it follows the birth, activities, and loves and hates of the twelve Olympian gods, such as Zeus and their offspring, to present readers with beautiful mythological stories. These include heroic tales like the Argonauts' quest for the Golden Fleece and the Trojan War's clever use of the Trojan Horse, as well as legends such as King Midas' donkey ears.