Greek Mythology Books

The Greek myths, refined by the great poets and playwrights of Ancient Greece, distil the essence of human life: its brief span, its pride, courage and insecurity, its anxious relationship with the natural world - earth, sea and s…

Ancient as they are, the Greek myths still resonate at the core of our literature and culture, and may well reveal more about human nature and the world we have created than we like to believe. From the garden of his house in the …

An encyclopedic A-to-Z guide, this beautifully illustrated volume offers hundreds of rich, fascinating definitions of 700 major and minor characters, creatures, and places of classical mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a co…

This extensive volume of Greek Myths is perfect for a family bookshelf, containing all of the best-known myths, told in a detailed and fresh way to alight the interest of any child or adult with an interest in the gods and heroes …

New York Timesbestselling author Natalie Haynes returns to the world of ancient Greek myth in this scintillating follow-up toPandoras Jar. Few writers today have reshaped our view of the ancient Greek myths more than revered bests…

Imagine a world where seductive male sirens lure brave heroines to their death, where Icara and her mother fly too close to the sun, and where beautiful men are forced to wed underworld queens... For thousands of years, Greek myth…

The Greek myths are timeless classics, whose scenes and figures have captivated us since ancient times. The gods and heroes of these legends hold up a mirror to the human condition, embodying universal characteristics and truths -…

Gorgeous Collector's Edition. From the birth of Zeus, to Prometheus, Pandora and Helen of Troy, Odysseus and Jason and the Argonauts, the myths of the Greeks and, later, the Romans, are passionate and powerfully told. The Gods are…

Five famous Greek myths, specially selected and retold for younger children. Meet foolish King Midas, the wise goddess Athena and the musician Arion, find out what was inside Pandora's box and discover how the hero Heracles cleane…

This collection of the best-known of the Greek myths has been carefully written to appeal to young children who will find these stories of gods, mortals and monsters irresistible. Beautiful illustrations by Linda Edwards bring the…

Written by Jean Menzies, winner of the Books Are My Bag Breakthrough Author Award 2020. Journey into a world of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, extraordinary creatures and fantastic monsters with this beautifully illustra…

IMAGINE SANDALS ON YOUR FEET, A SWORD IN YOUR HAND, HOT SUN BEATING DOWN ON YOUR BRONZE HELMET. ENTER THE WORLD OF STEPHEN FRY'S SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, HEROES. Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring …

Discover Stephen Fry's magnificent retelling of the greatest myths and legends ever told.No one loves and quarrels, desires and deceives as boldly or brilliantly as Greek gods and goddesses. In Stephen Fry's vivid retelling, we ga…

Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Tales of the Greek Heroes. Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this striking e…

The Aeneid is Virgil's epic masterpiece that recounts the legendary journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero destined to lay the foundations of Rome. Fleeing the ruins of Troy, Aeneas embarks on a perilous voyage marked by divine interven…

The Iliad, attributed to Homer, is one of the greatest epics in Western literature. Set during the final weeks of the Trojan War, it explores themes of heroism, honor, wrath, and fate. Central to the story is the conflict between …

The Odyssey, attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, is one of the oldest and most enduring epics in Western literature. It chronicles the ten-year journey of Odysseus as he attempts to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan W…