
Classical mythology: a very short introduction (Very Short Introductions)
Folklore, fables and fairy tales, Religion, General non-fiction, Arts and entertainment, Criticism
Human-narrated audio
Summary
Explores the psychologically important stories of ancient Greeks and Romans, still wielding cultural influence today. Dispels notion of comparative inferiority of Roman mythology, and discusses differences beyond deities' name changes. Describes the role of the mythic hero, and relationships between… classical mythology and philosophy, Christianity, psychoanalysis, and New Age spirituality. 2007