The classic stories of mythology have been repeatedly mined for inspiration and reinterpreted for modern times, and have been an ongoing trend in young adult literature. A child who shares her name with a greek god wants to learn more about the legends and history behind her name. Timeless tales of gods and heroes by edith hamilton. Greek mythology books appeal to readers of all ages, with some stunning retellings written for young adults. The fantastic in every sense of the word books on this list draw from indian, norse, japanese, chinese, and korean myths. Complete world of greek mythology edition 1 by richard.
The drama of myths are particularly wellsuited to provide the scaffolding for teenage stories, whether focused coming of age or romance and adventure. Its all the greek and atlantian gods, although others mythological races are rampant in the books. A full, authoritative, and wholly engaging account of these endlessly fascinating tales and of the ancient society in which they were created. What is it about greek myths that has attracted us to them down the ages. A take on the story of rumpelstiltskin, this book reads like a midsummers nights dream, yet with more darkness involved. It also made me want to dig out my greek mythology nonfiction books so i could read up and made predictions about the rest of the series. I am personally a big fan of greek mythology books or any mythology books, but there are certainly some ideas found in every story. Greek mythology is the precursor to modern religion. I was wondering if there were any books along the lines of percy jackson, but made for adults that you would recommend. Oct, 2019 page through tale after tale of gods and goddesses, from greek mythology to legends from scandinavia to asia, with bulfinchs mythology. The book doctor goes on a search for the best myth collections for small children.
Greek myths famous stories, myths and legends of ancient. The best books on greek myths five books expert recommendations. If youve already immersed yourself in the kinds of beginnerlevel books that that article recommends and you find yourself wanting to go further into the ancient mythology and religion of the norse, this list is for you. The 10 best egyptian mythology books egyptian mythology. Dec 21, 2018 if youre looking for a good place to start, then neil gaimans aptly titled norse mythology is the book for you. The norse gods thor and loki are major hollywood hunks, neil gaimans american gods is coming to television, and it. Together they journey the ancient world and fight for the greater good against ruthless warlords and gods. Best books for kids and adults interested in greek mythology. Aug 15, 2016 its a good time to be a mythology nerd. Currently, the best greek mythology book is the timeless tales of gods and heroes. Ages 10 and up this mythology handbook is overflowing with interesting facts and activities that will fascinate those with an interest in the stories of greek heroes, gods and goddesses. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for. Its brimming with thoroughly researched and crossreferenced stories of king arthur and his knights, lively versions of zeus and hera, daphne and apollo, dispatches from the trojan war, and the stories of beowulf and. Check out even more mythology books for teens here.
Authors work really hard on their books, and we love feedback even a few simple sentences would be. Page through tale after tale of gods and goddesses, from greek mythology to legends from scandinavia to asia, with bulfinchs mythology. Nov 28, 2016 the intricacies of their folklore managed to grab my attention and not only hold it, but entertain me. The arachne is a creature from greek mythology, whose name was later used for words like arachnid and arachnophobia. Hermodr in hel from an 18thcentury icelandic manuscript. Best books about greek mythology for a starter this year i started to be very interested in mythology and know i came here to have some books about greek mythology recommended about everything or maybe the books from the most important stories heracles, perseus and. Aug 24, 2017 the classic stories of mythology have been repeatedly mined for inspiration and reinterpreted for modern times, and have been an ongoing trend in young adult literature. Absolutely a great series and definitely worth a read. To be truly familiar with greek mythology, you really should know a good portion of the allusions ovid makes. Ancient greece 19 greek mythology 18 sword and sandal sword fight bare chested male 12 hand to hand combat 12 bow and arrow 11 character name as title 11 battlefield 10 impalement 10 stabbed in the chest 10 father son relationship 9 severed head 9 stabbed in the back 9 sword and sorcery 9. Greek myths are among the most complex and influential stories ever told. I am looking for good entertaining books aimed towards the grown ups, id prefer to stay away from the childrens books. Silver honor bookscalifornia reading association capitol choices 2012 list of noteworthy titles for children and teens 2012 notable childrens booksalsc the new national geographic treasury of greek mythology offers timeless stories of greek myths in a beautiful new volume.
Another deservedly popular and impeccably newbiefriendly. It has a mix of greek roman mythology and christian theology. Jan 06, 2009 the name of the windthe wise mans fear by patrick rothfuss. Greek myths famous stories, myths and legends of ancient greece. This article picks up where my original list of the 10 best norse mythology books leaves off. Timeless tales of gods and heroes, 75th anniversary illustrated edition. The report is dedicated to the gods the greeks worshipped. Mar 17, 2020 now that youve seen our list of the best greek mythology books and movies, im sure youll be interested in trying out more of the best greek mythology books in audio. The next best book club looking for recommendations.
Jodi meadows, debut author of incarnate 2012, harper collins childrens. As such, its long been one of the main ancient sources that scholars have used to piece together greek mythology. Ever since its original publication in 1942, edith hamiltons mythology has. A books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for smart. These books are the best greek mythology books from past and present. The 10 best advanced norse mythology books norse mythology. Apollodorus library has been used as a source book by classicists from the time of its compilation in the 1st2nd century bc to the present, influencing writers from antiquity to robert graves. Xena, a mighty warrior princess with a dark past, sets out to redeem herself. Oct 28, 2019 currently, the best greek mythology book is the timeless tales of gods and heroes. For more great fantasy reads, check out our fantasy books for kids and 10 thrilling books for teens who love fantasy. Greek mythology books for adults image collections book.
It has a mix of greekroman mythology and christian theology. Aug 30, 2017 top 10 mythology books by rick riordan book cover art for a fantasy horror bol tales of love family and greek mythology. It is a classic book that has dense writings about greek mythology, from the origin of the universe to the trojan war. Its brimming with thoroughly researched and crossreferenced stories of king arthur and his knights, lively versions of zeus and hera, daphne and apollo, dispatches from the trojan war, and the stories of beowulf and robin hood. List of 10 best books to read about greek mythology.
An elaborate guide to the gods, heroes, harems, sagas, rituals and beliefs of greek myths, the listener will be taken through the ancient customs and beliefs of the ancient greeks. Best books for teens based on greek mythology urban epics. For the greeks, being a hero didnt mean you saved a puppy or helped out an old lady. The complete world of greek mythology richard buxton. The complete world of greek mythology by richard buxton. The stories of the gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and other mythical creatures by heather alexander and meredith hamilton 1 may 2011 4. The lightning thief by rick riordan, the sea of monsters by rick riordan, the battle of the labyrinth by rick riordan. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Sep 03, 2009 anyone no any good greek mythology books for young adults. Are there any adult greek mythology novels out there. The mythological tales are just as interesting today as they were centuries ago. Following are some of the most preferred available on amazon easily. A concise guide to ancient gods, heroes, beliefs and myths.
Theyre actually written to introduce kids to the myths, but its done up in such. If you want a fun take on greek myths, try the mythlopedia books by steven otfinoski. Anyone no any good greek mythology books for young adults. Greek mythology is a dense and fascinating topic for study. For adults with more advanced knowledge for those already familiar with bulfinch, the next book to pick up is timothy gantz early greek myths, although this is a 2volume reference work, rather than a book to read.
Best greek mythology books to read for adults and kids. What are some good greek mythology books for young adults. What are the best books on greek myths for young children. Discover, download and read free and lowpriced ebooks on the subject of greek mythology. The norse gods thor and loki are major hollywood hunks, neil gaimans american gods is coming to television, and it seems like its far more socially. If youre still fascinated with greek mythology books, or looking for percy jackson or circe readalikes, youll find the best of them here for adults, teens, and kids alike. Here are some of the reasons why i love greek mythology so much. This list is primarily, but by no means exclusively, for beginners with little or no familiarity with ancient egyptian mythology and religion.
If youre looking for a good place to start, then neil gaimans aptly titled norse mythology is the book for you. A greek myth is basically a way of explaining the world, or it was a way of explaining the world to a primitive people who didnt have any explanation of the sun or the moon or the disasters that happened like earthquakes and floods and fire. One of the bestselling mythology books of all time by bernard evslin, todd haberkorn, et al. The only work of its kind to survive from classical antiquity, the library of apollodorus is a unique guide to greek mythology, from the origins of the universe to the trojan war. From the first millennium bc until today, the myths have been. It takes place mainly in modern day new orleans and is all about the power play between the gods. Its difficult to find accurate sources to tell the true story of greek mythology and the family of myths passed down for thousands of yearsweve collected the best sources for you below.
These books can be read be tweens, teens, and young adults. It is, as advertised, a book of norse myths, retold with gaimans signature dark magic. According to the myth, arachne was a very famous and talented weaver. Child s introduction to greek mythology by heather alexander. Nice story, learned alot of good things in those books. It provides a detailed description and history of the greek myth and has had a great impact on many writers. Tiffany schmidt, debut author of send me a sign 2012 by walker bloomsbury. Its a adult novel kind and if i remember correctly, it is a series of book with different kind of gods with different mortals.
Best of the ya greek mythology books this is a list of the best fantasy books related to greek mythology. The lightning thief by rick riordan, the sea of monsters by rick riordan, the titans curse by rick riordan, the lost. Can someone recommend a good romance series with greek mythology or anything paranormal really for adults. Theres more than just greek and roman mythology, too. Young adult greek mythology score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Very detailed stories for kids to introduce the mythologies of the ancient greece in an educational manner. Im not saying any of these predictions came truethey didnt. Greek mythology is concerned with ancient gods, heroes, the nature of the world, and the origins of their cult and ritual practices of greek. Hers is a cautionary tale about pride that we can all learn from.
For more great fantasy reads, check out our fantasy books for kids and 10. Looking for recommendations greek mythology books adults. This text manages a balance, succeeds in whetting the appetite and supplying excellent resources. The intricacies of their folklore managed to grab my attention and not only hold it, but entertain me. What are some good greek mythology book titles answers. If its serious researchtype books on greek mythology, you wont find it here.
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