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Who's Who: Greek Mythology: The Gods, Heroes and Monsters of Legend
Take a tour of this legendary world with Who’s Greek Mythology . This book introduces readers to Greek mythology in an approachable, fun, and educational way, so that all ages can enjoy learning about Greek mythos. Discover themes of heroism, jealousy, vengeance, love, fate, honor, and hubris in the adventures of the brave Heracles, mighty Zeus, wise Athena, beautiful Helen, and more. Inside you’ll A must-have for kids who love history and mythology, this book will captivate young readers as they delve into the infamous stories of a lost world. From epic battles to star-crossed lovers, get to know the figures of the Greek mythos with Who’s Greek Mythology.
192 pages, Hardcover
Published April 2, 2024
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August 7, 2025
This was explained so well loved it the gods were so cool!
August 7, 2025
My kid was reading this book at first. One lunchtime, he brought it out, and I happened to read the page about Atlas. I was hooked—and decided to finish the whole thing myself.
Greek mythology is full of confusing and hard-to-remember names—gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters... But this book is well-organized. It introduces the characters by four clear categories:
- The Twelve Olympians
- Other gods, goddesses, and demigods
- Heroes and mortals
- Monsters and beasts
This separation helps keep things straight, and there's a handy family tree you can refer to anytime, which really helps make sense of who's related to whom.
One of my favorite parts is that the book lists both the Greek and Roman names for each deity. Some are more familiar in their Greek forms—like Athena (Roman: Minerva)—while others are better known by their Roman names—like Venus (Greek: Aphrodite). It helped me connect bits and pieces I already knew but hadn’t fully linked together.
Another highlight was how the book ties mythology to the real world. For example:
- Atlas (the Titan) is where we get the word "atlas" for maps.
- Jupiter, the largest planet, is the Roman name for Zeus, the king of the gods.
- Saturn, the second largest, is named after Cronus (Zeus’s father).
- Uranus, the third largest, is Zeus’s grandfather.
- Neptune, the blue planet, is Poseidon’s Roman name.
- Mercury is the fastest planet, named after Hermes—the swift messenger god.
These associations made it much easier for me to remember the planets, and reminded me how powerful it is to build memory through connections. The book also touches on constellations that originate from Greek myths, which added another layer of fun.
Before reading this, I didn’t know Gaia—the earth goddess—was married to Uranus (the sky) and that Zeus was their grandson. In a dragon-themed fantasy book I read earlier, Gaia was also mentioned, and I had thought the author made her up. Turns out it was drawn from Greek mythology! Jason and Medea’s story also rang a bell—I'd seen it referenced in Glorious Exploits. Some of the divine character traits reminded me of The Thirteenth Child. Even the eerie world of the video game Hollow Knight now gives me underworld vibes that feel very Greek-myth inspired.
That said, some myths do feel problematic by modern standards. Zeus has far too many affairs, and Hera often takes her revenge on the wrong people. Characters seem to fall in love (or out of it) at the drop of a hat. But understanding these stories does help illuminate the themes and structures of many Western literary works. Having this background definitely adds depth to future reading.
This book is a great introduction—especially for kids or anyone just starting to explore Greek mythology. It gave me a solid framework, and now I feel ready to dive deeper into individual stories: Odysseus’s epic in The Odyssey, Jason’s journey, or the twelve labors of Hercules. I also appreciated that the author occasionally offered a modern take, like this quote:
"And some of the creatures that we think of as monsters didn’t do much to hurt anyone—they were just minding their own business when the gods, goddesses, and heroes got involved!"
Looking ahead, I’m excited to try Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology and the more comprehensive The Greek Myths: The Complete and Definitive Edition. Looks like I’ve found a new reading direction—can’t wait to keep going!
Greek mythology is full of confusing and hard-to-remember names—gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters... But this book is well-organized. It introduces the characters by four clear categories:
- The Twelve Olympians
- Other gods, goddesses, and demigods
- Heroes and mortals
- Monsters and beasts
This separation helps keep things straight, and there's a handy family tree you can refer to anytime, which really helps make sense of who's related to whom.
One of my favorite parts is that the book lists both the Greek and Roman names for each deity. Some are more familiar in their Greek forms—like Athena (Roman: Minerva)—while others are better known by their Roman names—like Venus (Greek: Aphrodite). It helped me connect bits and pieces I already knew but hadn’t fully linked together.
Another highlight was how the book ties mythology to the real world. For example:
- Atlas (the Titan) is where we get the word "atlas" for maps.
- Jupiter, the largest planet, is the Roman name for Zeus, the king of the gods.
- Saturn, the second largest, is named after Cronus (Zeus’s father).
- Uranus, the third largest, is Zeus’s grandfather.
- Neptune, the blue planet, is Poseidon’s Roman name.
- Mercury is the fastest planet, named after Hermes—the swift messenger god.
These associations made it much easier for me to remember the planets, and reminded me how powerful it is to build memory through connections. The book also touches on constellations that originate from Greek myths, which added another layer of fun.
Before reading this, I didn’t know Gaia—the earth goddess—was married to Uranus (the sky) and that Zeus was their grandson. In a dragon-themed fantasy book I read earlier, Gaia was also mentioned, and I had thought the author made her up. Turns out it was drawn from Greek mythology! Jason and Medea’s story also rang a bell—I'd seen it referenced in Glorious Exploits. Some of the divine character traits reminded me of The Thirteenth Child. Even the eerie world of the video game Hollow Knight now gives me underworld vibes that feel very Greek-myth inspired.
That said, some myths do feel problematic by modern standards. Zeus has far too many affairs, and Hera often takes her revenge on the wrong people. Characters seem to fall in love (or out of it) at the drop of a hat. But understanding these stories does help illuminate the themes and structures of many Western literary works. Having this background definitely adds depth to future reading.
This book is a great introduction—especially for kids or anyone just starting to explore Greek mythology. It gave me a solid framework, and now I feel ready to dive deeper into individual stories: Odysseus’s epic in The Odyssey, Jason’s journey, or the twelve labors of Hercules. I also appreciated that the author occasionally offered a modern take, like this quote:
"And some of the creatures that we think of as monsters didn’t do much to hurt anyone—they were just minding their own business when the gods, goddesses, and heroes got involved!"
Looking ahead, I’m excited to try Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology and the more comprehensive The Greek Myths: The Complete and Definitive Edition. Looks like I’ve found a new reading direction—can’t wait to keep going!
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