Lust, Chaos, War, and Fate - Greek Mythology: Timeless Tales from the Ancients

If you have ever seen the Atlantic Ocean, if you love the wonders of stargazing, if you've dreamed of being in the Olympics, or made reference to —then you have been influenced by Greek mythology. The Greeks were not a boring bunch, and their mythology was no different! is a smart, fun, compulsively readable overview of the Greek's favorite characters and tales. These myths are filled with sex, violence, drama, lies, monsters, hubris, journeys, and just about anything else you can think of! This modern guide to favorite Greek myths includes: Part reference and all rousing read, brings ancient Greek mythology to life and leaves the scholarly footnotes behind. Strap on your winged sandals and get ready for a journey through the ancients.