Olympus Peak (Decoding Ancient Greek Mythology Stories)

Author: (American) Bertman, translated by Han Song
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Publish Date: 2005-02-01
Features: Decoding Ancient Greek Mythology Stories
"A captivating review of major mythological figures, rare in reminding us that the pillars of ancient Greek wisdom remain closely connected to contemporary realities." – Publishers Weekly
Brad Pitt, the handsome star of Troy, has sparked your endless fascination with ancient Greek civilization? The ancient Greeks had it all. They dared to love and hate, lived life to the fullest, followed their inner desires, and created the most advanced and respected society of their time. Even today, the heights of ancient Greek civilization remain breathtakingly inspiring. This book will tell you those most famous ancient Greek myths and show you how to infuse the passion and excellence of the ancient Greeks into your daily life by leveraging the eight pillars of ancient Greek wisdom: humanism, pursuit of excellence, moderation, self-awareness, rationalism, eternal curiosity, love of freedom, and individualism. The book illustrates these guiding principles with vivid examples drawn from the rich legacy of ancient Greek history and mythology, including the legends of heroes, adventures, explorations, self-discovery, and personal victories.