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The Greek myths that shape the way we think, Richard Buxton

eng

Includes bibliographical references (pages 260-275) and index

illustrations

index present

non fiction

The Greek myths that shape the way we think

bibliography

Richard Buxton

"How do ancient Greek myths find themselves retold and reinterpreted in cultures across the world, several millennia later? In this volume, bestselling author Richard Buxton explores the power that eight iconic Greek myths hold in the modern world. Buxton traces these stories and archetypes from their ancient forms through their transformations over time in literature, art, cinema, psychology, and politics"--, Provided by publisher