Author Michael Ford, Illustrator Eoin Coveney
'Heroes, Gods and Monsters in Ancient Greek Mythology' is a
collection of classic archetypal Ancient Greek myths, including the
stories of Jason, Perseus, Odysseus, Heracles, Oedipus and Theseus. These stories, which have had a great influence on thinkers throughout the centuries, inform popular culture even today. Here they are told as if by a fireside storyteller, detailing the horrific
perils these heroes faced. An historical introduction explains who
the Ancient Greeks were, describing their beliefs and customs. Footnotes throughout the book define and explain difficult words and
concepts. There is a detailed index, with pronunciations of difficult
names and places.