ILLUSTRATED DICTIONARY OF GREEK AND ROMAN MYTHOLOGY

Discover the fascinating world of myths and legends of ancient Greece and Rome with this richly illustrated dictionary. An ideal guide for school children and all lovers of ancient history and culture. Immerse yourself in the stories of gods, heroes and monsters that shaped our civilization.

• Clear definitions of key mythological figures and concepts
• Rich illustrations bringing the world of ancient myths to life
• Focused on Greek and Roman mythology, considered the foundation of European culture
• Explanations of the semantic and moral evolution of myths in the Roman context
• Comparisons of images of Greek and Roman gods, showing differences in their perception
• Useful for school children, students and anyone interested in mythology
• Hardcover for durability and an aesthetic appearance

Lucyna Stankiewicz, the author of this dictionary, undertook the task of creating an accessible and comprehensive guide to Greek and Roman mythology, aimed at school children. She focused on the most important aspects of these mythologies, showing their influence on the shaping of European culture. The dictionary contains numerous illustrations that bring the world of ancient gods and heroes to life, making reading even more fascinating.

Greek and Roman mythology forms the foundation of our civilization, and knowledge of its basic elements is essential to understanding many aspects of culture, art and literature. This dictionary is an excellent tool for deepening knowledge about myths and legends that have survived the centuries and continue to inspire creators around the world. Thanks to it, you will learn fascinating stories about Olympic gods, heroes such as Hercules and Achilles, and monsters such as the Minotaur and Medusa.

Lucyna Stankiewicz's dictionary is not only a collection of definitions and descriptions, but also an analysis of the evolution of myths in the Roman context. The author draws attention to the differences in the perception of Greek and Roman gods, showing how their images changed under the influence of a different mentality. For example, Jupiter, the serious and threatening Lord of the World, differs from Zeus, an extremely active and inventive seducer. Juno, the dignified matron, the Mother of gods and people, bears little resemblance to the vengeful and jealous Hera.

Wiedza Publishing House, known for its high-quality educational publications, offers readers a carefully prepared dictionary that will certainly become an invaluable aid in learning and getting to know the fascinating world of Greek and Roman mythology. The hardcover ensures the durability of the book, and the numerous illustrations make it visually appealing. The 238x177 mm format makes the dictionary convenient to use and easy to carry.