Gods of Olympos or Mythology of the Greeks and Romans (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169761124)

Gods of Olympos or Mythology of the Greeks and Romans is a comprehensive book written by A. H. Petiscus that delves into the fascinating world of ancient Greek and Roman mythology. The book provides a detailed overview of the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters that populate these mythologies, exploring their origins, stories, and significance in the cultures that created them.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Greek and Roman mythology. The first chapter provides an introduction to the world of the gods, while subsequent chapters explore the major gods and goddesses, such as Zeus, Hera, Apollo, and Athena, as well as the lesser-known deities that played important roles in ancient mythology.The book also delves into the stories of famous heroes such as Hercules, Perseus, and Theseus, as well as the monsters and creatures that they battled, including the Minotaur, the Hydra, and the Gorgons. Throughout the book, Petiscus provides detailed explanations of the symbolism and meaning behind each myth, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they were created.Overall, Gods of Olympos or Mythology of the Greeks and Romans is a fascinating and informative book that provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the rich and complex world of ancient mythology. Whether you are a student of history, literature, or simply a lover of mythology, this book is sure to captivate and inspire.1892. The Olympos of Dr. Petiscus, on which, with large alterations and additions, is the basis of this book. The book, while specially intended for the elementary learner of mythology offers itself also to the more advanced student of classical art and literature, and humbly as a guidepost to the intending specialist. Contents: character and meaning of the gods of classic antiquity; origin of the gods; gods of Olympos; sea and river gods; earth gods; divinities of the underworld; myths of heroes. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: A. H. Petiscus
ISBN-10: 1169761127
ISBN-13: 9781169761124
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.18lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.69d