A classic collection that illuminates stories of the gods, goddesses and heroes who defined Greek mythology. Beginning with Gaia—Mother Earth; tales of love, battle and magic unfurl on the large pages. Every chapter focuses on one character, or set of characters, and the prevailing dramas and tragedies of their life. The pages are accompanied with a large set of illustrations, either in full colour or sepia tone.
I fell in love with Greek mythology all over again! The gorgeous sunshine-yellow cover has always kept it on the peripheral of my books-to-read. The writing is clear and succinct. The author steers clear of detailing Greek mythology through this panoramic view showcasing a distant and confusing timeline. It is brought to life through the characters themselves. I found the illustrations extremely lacking. That being said, there is something comforting about their childlike feel— especially as the tales can be a bit dreary and intimidating, which would be further compounded if accompanied by classical paintings. I've wanted to read this collection for a long time, and boy, am I glad I did!
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