Western classical mythology ①

Author: Yihong
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: Out of reverence for fate, in modern Western households, there are two books: one is the Bible, a spiritual anchor, and the other is "Greek and Roman Gods and Myths," a cautionary tale for parents to advise their children to always spread their imaginations and envision the many possibilities they will face in their future lives. Reading these Western myths can help only children, who grow up in a sugar-coated environment, experience the wonder and cruelty of fate in advance. The highly frequent idioms and allusions in modern Western languages, such as the "golden apple" that sparks conflicts, the invaluable "golden fleece," and the "Pandora's box" that brings disasters, all originate from stories in Western mythology. Chinese young readers familiar with the origins of these allusions will certainly benefit from learning English and understanding Western culture. In the writing of this book, simplified treatments have been made to align with the reading habits of Chinese children. May Chinese children, after reading this book, improve their ability to survive independently.