Oh My Gods: A Modern Retelling of Greek and Roman Myths (Paperback)
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Short Description for Oh My Gods The Greek and Roman myths have never died out; in fact they are as relevant today as ever in their sharp observations about human nature. For thousands of years they have inspired plays, operas, and paintings; today they live on in movies and video games. "Oh My Gods" is a contemporary retelling of some of the most popular myths by Philip Freeman, a noted classicist. These tales of errant gods, fa...
Full description- Publisher: SIMON & SCHUSTER
- Published: 01 January 2013
- Format: Paperback 348 pages
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- Categories: Folklore, Myths & Legends | Classical History / Classical Civilisation
- ISBN 13: 9781451609981 ISBN 10: 1451609981
- Sales rank: 225,688
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Full description for Oh My Gods
The Greek and Roman myths have never died out; in fact they are as relevant today as ever in their sharp observations about human nature. For thousands of years they have inspired plays, operas, and paintings; today they live on in movies and video games. "Oh My Gods" is a contemporary retelling of some of the most popular myths by Philip Freeman, a noted classicist. These tales of errant gods, fantastic creatures, and human heroes are brought to life in fresh and modern versions. Powerful Zeus; his perpetually aggrieved wife, Hera; talented Apollo; beautiful Aphrodite; fierce Athena; the dauntless heroes Theseus and Hercules; and the doomed lovers Orpheus and Eurydice still inspire awe, give us courage, and break our hearts. From the astonishing tales of the Argonauts to the immortal narrative of the Battle of Troy, these ancient tales have inspired writers from Shakespeare to J. K. Rowling. In Philip Freeman's vibrant retelling they will doubtless inspire a new generation of readers.
