Greek Gods and Heroes (Laurel-Leaf Books)

We hear such words and names as Zeus, Ariel, Titans, and Hermes quite frequently. But where do all these names and words come from? What is the history behind them? These and many other familiar questions will be answered in  Greek Gods and Heroes (Laurel-leaf books)  pocket book. The text is very easy to read and understand as the author Robert Graves has written the book in extremely prosaic way. Short stories are fascinating and interesting and the narrative plot is like a vivid adventure. This paperback is excellent basic introduction to Greek mythology and very enjoyable to read.

I was getting ready for a trip to Italy Greece and Turkey. Since my plans called for visiting a lot of temples and other historical sites I decided to take a refresher course on the revelant Gods and heroes. Since I'll read anything by Robert Graves this is the book I chose. It's a small, easy to carry/pack book but it contained enough info that I appeared a genius to my companions. In addition the stories are fun to read as Graves is a wonderful writer. The only reason I only give it 4 stars it that it's a very short book.

I got this book for a Greek Myth class I was taking. The instructor was using another book by Robert Graves that was huge and very expensive. This small one worked out perfectly! I looked up the people and places he talked about and found almost all of them in this paperback with an abbreviated version of the story that he filled us in on. He even said that his volume was so detailed that most of us would give up trying to read it and he had difficulty with it, too. So, this is the book to buy if you want to enjoy the myths in an interesting, easy to read and understand version!

Here is a book for children that doesn't condescend or Bowdlerize or cover up with plaster of PC. It illuminates the old stories with historical and political context. A treasure I wish I had as a child.

I gave a lower rating as I need more background information. The book does exactly what it says: give you an overview and an introduction to Greek mythology. It's a very raw form of introducing the novelty reader to the material and meets that need well. I agree with a previous commenter who stated it's great for kids and teens.Regardless, this should be in your shelf as a reference.

Loved every story in it. Wish there was more to be read. Wish it talked a little less about Zeus all though his is the head of the Gods and Goddesses.

I read an older edition of this book back when I was in junior high, and it had these wonderful charcoal illustrations that were simple but exciting (at least to a 12 year-old boy). The stories are accessible retellings of familiar Greek myths, and it's a great book to introduce mythology. My son (6 years-old) and I read it for bedtime, and he enjoys it too.

This is an excellent book to encourage your kids curiosity without them realizing that it is actually teaching Greek Mythology. I picked this up for my stepson after we read the first "Percy Jackson and the Olympians", so that we would both have a better understanding of Greek Mythology.

Olha o titulo: "Greek Gods and Heroes Edição econômica – Livro de fotos, 15 outubro 1965"- Eu comprei um livro de fotos e recebi um livro SEM FOTOS. A unica foto e' a da capa.

Excellent book for learning the basics of Greek Mythology-enjoyable for all ages.

Absolutely loved reading these stories as I have a big gap in my knowledge of Greek myths and legends and the stories immediately captured the imagination. It's one to read and re-read. Highly recommend.

I bought this book to go with my evening course on Greek heroes.It was really good. It explained about the heroes without giving too much detail.I love reading about Theseus, Heracles and the rest.

I loved this book so much I read it twice over a course of a few days. The imagery is brilliant and a good short read for those who love Greek mythology. Just myths told very well!