Classical Mythology

Classical myth provides an ever continuing source of knowledge and fascination about the ancient world. It is an interest that has resonated through the past to the present day where the reinterpretation of classical myth still plays a part in modern thought. Classical Mythology provides a wealth of information on classical myth and its study, from information on the gods, goddesses, heroes and heroines of the ancient world, important themes that are commonly used to understand and teach myth, past and current theory used to understand myth, the authors of myth, myth in its specific context such as Athens, to the postclassical reception of myth. As well as providing a guide to the study of classical myth the book introduces the controversies and problems in studying myth with many contributions from scholars engaging in the field in different ways. With Susan Deacy as a guide students are able to understand the richness of classical mythology and its postclassical heritage. The book is accompanied by an extensive website that comprises materials which are vital to the study of mythology: extra texts, images, quizzes, secondary reading, podcasts of important myths, maps, genealogies and more. Classical Mythology is essential reading for Classics and non-Classics students studying undergraduate level mythology courses together with those in other disciplines e.g. English Literature, Theology and Religious Studies where myth forms a vital part of the curriculum