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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The Greek Underworld , which Homer called “ the House of Hades , " came to be referred to simply as Hades . Hades , a son of Cronus and Rhea , was swallowed by his father , together with his brother Poseidon and his sisters .
The Greek Underworld , which Homer called “ the House of Hades , " came to be referred to simply as Hades . Hades , a son of Cronus and Rhea , was swallowed by his father , together with his brother Poseidon and his sisters .
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Homer describes them merely as " snatchers ” ( the meaning of their name ) who were responsible for sudden disappearances that could not otherwise be explained . Telemachus says that his father has been snatched away by the Harpies ...
Homer describes them merely as " snatchers ” ( the meaning of their name ) who were responsible for sudden disappearances that could not otherwise be explained . Telemachus says that his father has been snatched away by the Harpies ...
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( Homer , Iliad , 2.645-652 , 13.210-519 ; Apollodorus “ Epitome " 6.10-11 ; Vergil , Aeneïd , 3.400-401 . ) Idyia . See EIDYIA . Iliad . See HOMER . Ilione . The eldest daughter of Priam and Hecuba . Ilione married Polymestor , king of ...
( Homer , Iliad , 2.645-652 , 13.210-519 ; Apollodorus “ Epitome " 6.10-11 ; Vergil , Aeneïd , 3.400-401 . ) Idyia . See EIDYIA . Iliad . See HOMER . Ilione . The eldest daughter of Priam and Hecuba . Ilione married Polymestor , king of ...
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| Title | The Meridian Handbook of Classical Mythology A Meridian book |
| Author | Edward Tripp |
| Edition | reprint |
| Publisher | New American Library, 1974 |
| Original from | Pennsylvania State University |
| Digitized | 30 Jun 2011 |
| ISBN | 0452009278, 9780452009271 |
| Length | 631 pages |
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