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 Handbook has 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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Page 86
Argus returned to the Argo and the next day at dawn led Jason, accompanied by
Mopsus, to the shrine of Hecate, outside the city. The two companions remained
outside and Jason entered the shrine to meet the goddess' priestess, Medea, ...
Argus returned to the Argo and the next day at dawn led Jason, accompanied by
Mopsus, to the shrine of Hecate, outside the city. The two companions remained
outside and Jason entered the shrine to meet the goddess' priestess, Medea, ...
Page 114
He sent for her secretly and, on her return, kept her identity hidden from Themisto
. Themisto learned somehow that her rival had returned, but did not know who
she was. Determining to kill Ino's children, she confided in their nurse, a woman ...
He sent for her secretly and, on her return, kept her identity hidden from Themisto
. Themisto learned somehow that her rival had returned, but did not know who
she was. Determining to kill Ino's children, she confided in their nurse, a woman ...
Page 467
Pausing only long enough to strike a bargain with Cepheus — the girl's hand in
marriage and a kingdom in return for her rescue — Perseus leaped into the air
and dived on the monster. After a violent but brief battle, he killed it and quickly ...
Pausing only long enough to strike a bargain with Cepheus — the girl's hand in
marriage and a kingdom in return for her rescue — Perseus leaped into the air
and dived on the monster. After a violent but brief battle, he killed it and quickly ...
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| Title | The Meridian Handbook of Classical Mythology A Meridian book |
| Author | Edward Tripp |
| Edition | reprint |
| Publisher | New American Library, 1974 |
| ISBN | 0452009278, 9780452009271 |
| Length | 631 pages |
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