The Complete World of Greek Mythology [Hardcover]

Greek myths are among the most complex and influential stories ever told. From the first millennium BC until today, the myths have been repeated in an inexhaustible series of variations and reinterpretations. They can be found in the latest movies and television shows and in software for interactive computer games. This book combines a retelling of Greek myths with a comprehensive account of the world in which they developedtheir themes, their relevance to Greek religion and society, and their relationship to the landscape.Engrossing and lavishly illustrated, this survey demonstrates once again why Greek mythology is so enduringly popular.... Buxtons engagingly written blend of erudition and insight makes these primordial tales seem fresh again.A full, authoritative, and wholly engaging account of these endlessly fascinating tales and of the ancient society in which they were created.