Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486114872
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Vivid myths of Greece and Rome, plus stories of Norse gods and heroes. Zeus and Hera, Apollo, Jason and the golden fleece, the wanderings of Ulysses and Aeneas, the deeds of Thor, many more.
Bulfinch's Greek and Roman Mythology
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486114872
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Vivid myths of Greece and Rome, plus stories of Norse gods and heroes. Zeus and Hera, Apollo, Jason and the golden fleece, the wanderings of Ulysses and Aeneas, the deeds of Thor, many more.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486114872
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Vivid myths of Greece and Rome, plus stories of Norse gods and heroes. Zeus and Hera, Apollo, Jason and the golden fleece, the wanderings of Ulysses and Aeneas, the deeds of Thor, many more.
Bulfinch’s Mythology
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher: LA CASE Books
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1320
Book Description
Can’t keep all your gods and goddesses straight? Wondering about mythological references in classic literature? Bulfinch’s Mythology offers approachable accounts of ancient legends in a compilation of the works of Thomas Bulfinch, banker and Latinist. This volume includes all three of Bulfinch’s original titles: The Age of Fable, The Age of Chivalry, and The Legends of Charlemagne. Bulfinch states his purpose for the book clearly: “Our work is not for the learned, nor for the theologian, nor for the philosopher, but for the reader of English literature...who wishes to comprehend the allusions so frequently made by public speakers, lecturers, essayists, and poets, and those which occur in polite conversation.” This compilation was widely used as the authoritative text on mythology in schools for over a century.
Publisher: LA CASE Books
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1320
Book Description
Can’t keep all your gods and goddesses straight? Wondering about mythological references in classic literature? Bulfinch’s Mythology offers approachable accounts of ancient legends in a compilation of the works of Thomas Bulfinch, banker and Latinist. This volume includes all three of Bulfinch’s original titles: The Age of Fable, The Age of Chivalry, and The Legends of Charlemagne. Bulfinch states his purpose for the book clearly: “Our work is not for the learned, nor for the theologian, nor for the philosopher, but for the reader of English literature...who wishes to comprehend the allusions so frequently made by public speakers, lecturers, essayists, and poets, and those which occur in polite conversation.” This compilation was widely used as the authoritative text on mythology in schools for over a century.
The Age of Fable
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
Legends of Charlemagne
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher: The Floating Press
ISBN: 1775458407
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
Travel back in time with this collection of fables and legends set in medieval France. Famed folklorist Thomas Bulfinch brings together a carefully curated compendium of stories that are sure to delight. A bevy of damsels in distress and courageous knights populate these pages in tales that veer from action-adventure to romance and back again.
Publisher: The Floating Press
ISBN: 1775458407
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
Travel back in time with this collection of fables and legends set in medieval France. Famed folklorist Thomas Bulfinch brings together a carefully curated compendium of stories that are sure to delight. A bevy of damsels in distress and courageous knights populate these pages in tales that veer from action-adventure to romance and back again.
Classical Tales of Mythology
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398806323
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
Meet legendary heroes, powerful goddesses and vengeful monsters in this beautiful hardback collection of more than 20 epic tales from Greek and Roman mythology, featuring lavish full-color illustrations throughout. The myths and legends of the ancient world are vividly told here by master storytellers of the 19th century, Thomas Bulfinch and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Discover how Theseus defeated the minotaur, why the witch Circe turned men into swine and the story of Pandora and Epimetheus. This treasury captures the beauty and magnificence of these timeless myths, illustrated with enchanting full-color Pre-Raphaelite and art nouveau paintings by Walter Crane and John William Waterhouse, among others. Stories include: • Echo and Narcissus • Juno and her rivals • Pygmalion • Cupid and Psyche • The Gorgon's Head • Cadmus and the Dragon's Teeth • The Pomegranate Seeds
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398806323
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
Meet legendary heroes, powerful goddesses and vengeful monsters in this beautiful hardback collection of more than 20 epic tales from Greek and Roman mythology, featuring lavish full-color illustrations throughout. The myths and legends of the ancient world are vividly told here by master storytellers of the 19th century, Thomas Bulfinch and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Discover how Theseus defeated the minotaur, why the witch Circe turned men into swine and the story of Pandora and Epimetheus. This treasury captures the beauty and magnificence of these timeless myths, illustrated with enchanting full-color Pre-Raphaelite and art nouveau paintings by Walter Crane and John William Waterhouse, among others. Stories include: • Echo and Narcissus • Juno and her rivals • Pygmalion • Cupid and Psyche • The Gorgon's Head • Cadmus and the Dragon's Teeth • The Pomegranate Seeds
The Age of Fable; Or, Stories of Gods and Heroes
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Stories Of Gods And Heroes
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019734124
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Bulfinch retells the ancient myths of gods and heroes in a language that is accessible and engaging for modern readers. With its rich descriptions of heroic deeds and tragic fates, this work offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Western civilization. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019734124
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Bulfinch retells the ancient myths of gods and heroes in a language that is accessible and engaging for modern readers. With its rich descriptions of heroic deeds and tragic fates, this work offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Western civilization. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Age of Fable, Or, Beauties of Mythology
Author: Thomas Bulfinch
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courage
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courage
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
The Myths of Greece and Rome
Author: H. A. Guerber
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486120155
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 500
Book Description
A classic of mythology, generously illustrated, long prized for its accurate retelling of the principal myths of Greece and Rome, and for its commentary on their origins and significance.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486120155
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 500
Book Description
A classic of mythology, generously illustrated, long prized for its accurate retelling of the principal myths of Greece and Rome, and for its commentary on their origins and significance.
A Tale of Ashes
Author: Ann Dayleview
Publisher: Tales of Fairy
ISBN: 9781736370513
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Student journalist fights anti-fae prejudices to find the truth behind boarding school disappearances and clear her best friend's name.
Publisher: Tales of Fairy
ISBN: 9781736370513
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Student journalist fights anti-fae prejudices to find the truth behind boarding school disappearances and clear her best friend's name.