Explains the origins, cultural importance, and impact of Greek mythology, and includes a map of the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations circa 1600 to 1150 B.C., major myths, characters, gods and goddesses, stories about creation, heroes of Troy and other champions, and Greek mythology's legacy.
Content Note
Myths as memories -- Stories about creation -- The heroes of Troy and other champions -- The will of the gods -- Greek mythology's enormous legacy.