Classical Myth Plus 2014 MyLiteratureLab -- Access Card Package (8th Edition)

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Check with the seller prior to purchase. -- **For courses in Classical Mythology in Classics, English, or other departments.** Comprehensive and scholarly, this well-designed and class-tested text presents Greek and Roman myths in a lively and easy-to-read manner. It features fresh translations, numerous illustrations (ancient and modern) of classical myths and legends, and commentary that emphasizes the anthropological, historical, religious, sociological, and economic contexts in which the myths were told. It also provides a cultural context so that students can see how mythology has influenced the world and how it continues to influence society today. 0321985249 / 9780321985248 Classical Myth Plus 2014 MyLiteratureLab -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0205883583 / 9780205883585 NEW MyLiteratureLab -- Valuepack Access Card 0321967046 / 9780321967046 Classical Myth ALERT: Before you purchase, check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that you select the correct ISBN . Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, including customized versions for individual schools, and registrations are not transferable. In addition, you may need a CourseID , provided by your instructor, to register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products. Packages Access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included when purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson; check with the seller before completing your purchase. Used or rental books If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code, the access code may have been redeemed previously and you may have to purchase a new access code. Access codes Access codes that are purchased from sellers other than Pearson carry a higher risk of being either the wrong ISBN or a previously redeemed code. Check with the seller prior to purchase. -- For courses in Classical Mythology in Classics, English, or other departments. Comprehensive and scholarly, this well-designed and class-tested text presents Greek and Roman myths in a lively and easy-to-read manner. It features fresh translations, numerous illustrations (ancient and modern) of classical myths and legends, and commentary that emphasizes the anthropological, historical, religious, sociological, and economic contexts in which the myths were told. It also provides a cultural context so that students can see how mythology has influenced the world and how it continues to influence society today. 0321985249 / 9780321985248 Classical Myth Plus 2014 MyLiteratureLab -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0205883583 / 9780205883585 NEW MyLiteratureLab -- Valuepack Access Card 0321967046 / 9780321967046 Classical Myth Cover Title Copyright Contents Preface Part I Definitions and Background 1. What Is Myth? 2. The Cultural Context of Classical Myth 3. The Development of Classical Myth Part II Divine Myth 4. The Origins of the Gods 5. The Origins of Mortals 6. Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, and Hades 7. Apollo 8. Hermes, Pan, Hephaestus, and Ares 9. Aphrodite, Artemis, and Athena 10. Demeter and Related Myths 11. Dionysus 12. The Underworld Part III Legends 13. Introduction to Heroic Myth: Gilgamesh 14. Perseus 15. Heracles 16. Theseus 17. The Myths of Crete 18. Oedipus and the Myths of Thebes 19. Jason and the Argonauts 20. The Trojan War 21. The Fall of Troy and Its Aftermath 22. The Return of Odysseus Part IV Roman Myth 23. Aeneas 24. Legends of Early Rome Part V Interpretation 25. Theories of Myth Interpretation Reference Charts Chronology of the Ancient World The Greek and Roman Pantheon Credits Index and Pronunciation Glossary Featuring fresh new translations, this second edition of Classical Myth differs from other texts by putting the divine myths and principal legends of the Greeks and Romans in the contexts - anthropological, historical, religious, sociological, and economic - from which they emerged, including their debt to the ancient Near East. Barry B. Powell presents the classical myths as told by authors from Homer to Vergil, then analyzes and interprets them. Interspersed are short essays on the later history of the myths and their importance to writers, artists, film-makers, and philosophers down to our own times. The many photographs of ancient works of art show how the myths were visualized. The book concludes with a history of later theories about classical myth, demonstrating their continued importance for us today. Barry B. Powell, University Of Wisconsin-madison ; With Translations By Herbert M. Howe. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.