A new translation of an important text for Greek mythology used as a source book by classicists from antiquity to Robert Graves, The Library of Greek Mythology is a complete summary of early Greek myth, telling the story of each of the great families of heroic mythology, and the various adventures associated with the main heroes and heroines, from Jason and Perseus to Heracles and Helen of Troy. Using the ancient system of detailed histories of the great families, it contains invaluable genealogical diagrams for maximum clarity.

Product Description: In this detailed survey of the original Greek athletic festivals, Robin Hard examines the history and nature of the games, the archaeology of the sites, the character of the various competitive sports and the myths and legends associated with the Olympics...read more