Mythology
Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes
Workman Publishing Company · Print & ebook · September 26, 2017
This deluxe edition of the world's most beloved, bestselling classic on Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology is stunningly illustrated with specially commissioned full-color plates and a beautiful gold-bordered pages.
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- Who it’s for
- A classic myth anthology with enough range to suit browsing, study, and gifting.
- Genres
- Folklore & Mythology, Ancient Religion, Ancient Greece
- Published
- Workman Publishing Company, September 26, 2017
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This deluxe edition of the world's most beloved, bestselling classic on Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology is stunningly illustrated with specially commissioned full-color plates and a beautiful gold-bordered pages. Since its original publication in 1942, Edith Hamilton's Mythology has sold millions of copies throughout the world and established itself as a perennial bestseller.
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For nearly 80 years, readers have chosen Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes above all other books to discover the enchanting world of Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology -- from Odysseus's adventure-filled journey to Odin's effort to postpone the final day of doom. This deluxe, hardcover edition is illustrated throughout with specially commissioned, original artwork and beautifully illustrated lineages, making it a true collector's item.
Mythic Compendium
A classic myth anthology with enough range to suit browsing, study, and gifting.
Come here for
- Gods-and-heroes tradition
- Keepsake-friendly shelf presence
Expect
- Greek, Roman, and Norse material
- A steady, readable reference feel
Where it sits
| Folklore & Mythology | 79% |
|---|---|
| Ancient Religion | 36% |
| Ancient Greece | 20% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Ancient Greece
- Ancient Rome
- Folklore & Mythology
- Authors
- Edith Hamilton, Jim Tierney
- Publisher
- Workman Publishing Company
- Published
- September 26, 2017
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Reading lane
- Ancient Greece