Journey Through Ancient Greek and Roman Mythology 1 The 12 Golden Keys to Open the Door of Imagination

Author: Lee Un-gi, Jin Geon-shin (Korean), Yi Jeong-jiao
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: "The Journey to Greek and Roman Mythology 1: 12 Golden Keys to Open the Doors of Imagination (Special Price)" has sold over 1 million copies in Korea, sparking a "Greek and Roman Mythology Fever" in the country. The influence of mythology is evident everywhere, from cartoons and stationery to sports shoes, handbags, clothing, and clocks, with mythological figures making frequent appearances. Additionally, an animated film is planned for release, to be distributed globally by Disney. Mythology is a labyrinth. How can one navigate through the world of mythology? Just as Theseus escaped the labyrinth with Ariadne's thread, this book uses twelve keys to open the doors of imagination, attempting to traverse the maze of mythology.
Written by the renowned Korean author Lee Un-gi, "The Journey to Greek and Roman Mythology" interprets these ancient myths through an Eastern lens of emotion and imagination. The author focuses on the "universal perspective on the world and existence" embedded in mythology, as well as the true nature of the "human self." With a unique and captivating style, Lee freely explores both Eastern and Western mythologies, offering a profound insight into the essence of humanity. Lee believes that understanding mythology is a shortcut to comprehending the human experience. This is precisely why the book stands out among other works related to Greek and Roman mythology, earning widespread acclaim from readers.
"The Journey to Greek and Roman Mythology" presents readers with vivid and modernized mythological characters. Accompanying the text are appropriate illustrations that further enrich the understanding of mythology. Notably, the book includes highly personalized works created with mythological themes, allowing readers to feel as if they are exploring the mythological world firsthand or visiting an art gallery. The book has sold over 1 million copies in Korea, igniting a "Greek and Roman Mythology Fever" in the country. The influence of mythology is evident everywhere, from cartoons and stationery to sports shoes, handbags, clothing, and clocks, with mythological figures making frequent appearances. Additionally, an animated film is planned for release, to be distributed globally by Disney.