Treasury of Greek Mythology (English, Hardcover, Napoli Donna Jo)

Treasury of Greek Mythology is an encyclopedia of Greek myths and stories from the National Geographic Magazine.

Summary of the Book

Greek mythology is one of the most popular mythologies in the world. In its stories one finds much of the fables which have passed down in myriad forms. The Greek gods are not the forgiving gods we are used to, in this dead releigion, Gods had short tempers and weren't afraid to exercise it, often against each other. Their loves, hates and angers have become pivotal to stories as varied as the Illiad and the Odyssey. Learn about mystical creatures like the Centaurs and the Satyrs, marvel at the myths of Medusa and the Gorgons, and at the stories of Hercules and his 12 labours. This book is sure to get anyone interested in Greek mythology and will serve as an ideal companion for kids of all ages.

About Donna Jo Napoli

Donna Jo Napoli is a children's writer from America. She is known for her re-tellings of fairy tales, including The Magic Circle, Crazy Jack, Spinners, Zel, Breath, Bound, Beast, and The Wager for older children, and The Prince of the Pond, Ugly, and Mogo the Third Warthog. She has also written historical fiction based in Italy, including Daughter of Venice, For the Love of Venice, and The Smile.

A linguistics scholar, she has taught linguistics at Smith College, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Georgetown University, the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, and is currently a professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College.