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100 1 _aGuerber, H. A.
_q(Hélène Adeline),
_d1859-1929
245 1 0 _aMyths of Greece and Rome :
_bNarrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-03-25
508 _aProduced by David Edwards, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Myths of Greece and Rome" by H. A. Guerber is a narrative account of classical mythology written in the late 19th century. The work explores the rich tapestry of myths surrounding the ancient Greek and Roman pantheon, providing insights into how these stories influenced literature and art through the ages. The myths are presented in a manner that balances accuracy with readability, making them accessible to a wide audience. The opening of the book introduces readers to the concept of mythology as a collection of ancient narratives explaining the origins of the world and its gods. It begins with the creation myth, describing the chaotic state of the universe before the emergence of order, where elements like Chaos and Nyx (Night) preside over a formless existence. The subsequent emergence of Titans, deities, and the eventual ascendance of Jupiter (Zeus) set the stage for conflicts among gods and the intricate relationships between divinities and mortals. The content reflects a blend of descriptive storytelling and scholarly analysis, showcasing the transformative power these myths held in shaping cultural and artistic expressions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMythology, Classical
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39250
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