The Meridian Handbook of Classical MythologyNew American Library, 1974 - 631 pages The ultimate single-volume reference guide to Greek and Roman mythology An ideal resource for students, teachers, librarians, writers, and readers of great literature, the Meridian Handbookhas set the standard for over three decades as the classic guide to the myths of Greece and Rome. From Athena to Zeus, Abantes to Zninthe, the epic heroes and gods who inhabit the pantheon of great literature are covered in fascinating detail. Complete stories and short identifications of characters, events, place names, and constellations are included. For a fuller perspective of the mythological realm, there are maps of the classical world and genealogical charts of the great royal lines. Comprehensive and accessible, the Meridian Handbook is an indispensable aid to understanding and enjoying mythology. |
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Edward Tripp. Iolcus was founded and first ruled by Cretheus , one of the sons of Aeolus . Cre- theus ' son Aeson , the rightful heir , was deprived of the throne by his half- brother Pelias , who ruled Iolcus for many years . The city ...
Edward Tripp. Iolcus was founded and first ruled by Cretheus , one of the sons of Aeolus . Cre- theus ' son Aeson , the rightful heir , was deprived of the throne by his half- brother Pelias , who ruled Iolcus for many years . The city ...
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... Iolcus . Pelias was one of the two sons of Poseidon and TYRO , daughter of Salmoneus . Pelias and his twin , Neleus , were exposed by their mother in a field . There they were found by horse herders , one of whose mares had trampled ...
... Iolcus . Pelias was one of the two sons of Poseidon and TYRO , daughter of Salmoneus . Pelias and his twin , Neleus , were exposed by their mother in a field . There they were found by horse herders , one of whose mares had trampled ...
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... Iolcus . Pherae was founded by Pheres , who was succeeded on the throne by his son Admetus . The city was the scene of Alcestis ' famous sacrifice of her life for her husband's . Pheres ( 1 ) . The founder and first king of Pherae , in ...
... Iolcus . Pherae was founded by Pheres , who was succeeded on the throne by his son Admetus . The city was the scene of Alcestis ' famous sacrifice of her life for her husband's . Pheres ( 1 ) . The founder and first king of Pherae , in ...
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