Mythology

Mythology is something that has been with us for a very long time. It is of course myth but who knows? Maybe there is some truth to some of it! We have a long history of mythology that comes to us from a wide variety of cultures and times including ancient greece, and ancient nordic cultures.

 

 

If you are interested in the general area of Mythology you might want to check out this book. It is one of those classics that persists. This is a great book to start with.

Edith Hamilton Mythology Mythology

A new trade paperback edition of Edith Hamilton's world-renowned classic--a book that has enthralled and delighted generations of readers with its timeless tales of gods and heroes. 50 line drawings.

 

 

Percy Jackson Percy Jackson and the Olympians Paperback Boxed Set (Books 1-3)

Here is a very popular modern day re-telling of some of the ancient greek mythology.

 

 

The Book of Greek Myths

D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths

No education is complete without a large slice of Greek mythology. And there's no better way of meeting that literary quota than with the D'Aulaires' book. All the great gods and goddesses of ancient Greece are depicted in this big, beautiful classic, lovingly illustrated and skillfully told. Young readers will be dazzled by mighty Zeus, lord of the universe; stirred by elegant Athena, goddess of wisdom; intimidated by powerful Hera, queen of Olympus; and chilled by moody Poseidon, ruler of the sea. These often impetuous immortals flounce and frolic, get indiscreet, and get even. From petty squabbles to heroic deeds, their actions cover the range of godly--and mortal--personalities.

 

Book of Norse Myths

D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths

The Norse myths are some of the greatest stories of all time. Weird monsters, thoroughly human gods, elves and sprites and gnomes, with grim giants nursing ancient grudges lurking behind-the mysterious and entrancing world of Norse myth comes alive in these pages thanks to the spellbinding storytelling and spectacular pictures of the incomparable d'Aulairse. In this classic book, the art of the Caldecott Award-winning authors of d'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, a longtime favorite of children and parent, reaches one of its pinnacles. It offers a way into a world of fantasy and struggle and charm that has served as inspiration for Marvel Comics and the Lord of the Rings.

 

The Norse Myths The Norse Myths (Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library)

Drawing on a wide variety of sources, the author has re-created 32 classic Norse Myths that compete in power with Greek mythology.