The Meridian Handbook of Classical MythologyThe 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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Achilles surrendered her but refused to fight any longer or to allow his troops to do so . His mother appealed to Zeus to give the Trojans victory so that the Greeks should be forced to heap honors on Achilles in order to win his help .
Achilles surrendered her but refused to fight any longer or to allow his troops to do so . His mother appealed to Zeus to give the Trojans victory so that the Greeks should be forced to heap honors on Achilles in order to win his help .
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Eurytus , recalling Heracles ' murder of his own children in a fit of madness , refused to give his daughter to him , in spite of the pleas of his elder son Iphitus that he honor his pledge . Heracles left Oechalia , vowing vengeance .
Eurytus , recalling Heracles ' murder of his own children in a fit of madness , refused to give his daughter to him , in spite of the pleas of his elder son Iphitus that he honor his pledge . Heracles left Oechalia , vowing vengeance .
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Creon , acting as regent for Eteocles ' young son , Laodamas , refused to allow the Argives to bury their dead until Theseus forced him to do so . Later Creon was murdered by Lycus , a descendant of the Euboean Lycus .
Creon , acting as regent for Eteocles ' young son , Laodamas , refused to allow the Argives to bury their dead until Theseus forced him to do so . Later Creon was murdered by Lycus , a descendant of the Euboean Lycus .
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