Greek Mythology
Monsters, gods, and heroes ... all surefire favorites and the stuff of Greek mythology.
However, Greek mythology offers so much more: inspiration for many works of art (both written and visual), insight into the human condition, and a glimpse at an ancient people trying to make sense of phenomena they could not explain. Myths were also a vital piece of Ancient Greek entertainment.
Greek myths are universally known and the characters of mythology have a certain appeal because their powers, courage, and triumphs are envied while we sympathize with their errors and tragedy. Consider the impact of Greek mythology over the centuries:
Greek mythology has been the inspiration for many great pieces of artwork. Literature, film, and music find the themes of Greek mythology to be timeless.
In recent years, corporate America has taken symbols and characters from Greek mythology and used them to market their companies and products.
Even high schools and colleges call on Greek mythology for mascots.
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However, Greek mythology offers so much more: inspiration for many works of art (both written and visual), insight into the human condition, and a glimpse at an ancient people trying to make sense of phenomena they could not explain. Myths were also a vital piece of Ancient Greek entertainment.
Greek myths are universally known and the characters of mythology have a certain appeal because their powers, courage, and triumphs are envied while we sympathize with their errors and tragedy. Consider the impact of Greek mythology over the centuries:
Greek mythology has been the inspiration for many great pieces of artwork. Literature, film, and music find the themes of Greek mythology to be timeless.
In recent years, corporate America has taken symbols and characters from Greek mythology and used them to market their companies and products.
Even high schools and colleges call on Greek mythology for mascots.
To continue, click on the Introduction Tab above...