Mythology and You, Student Edition

by Donna Rosenberg, Sorelle Baker

Myths have much to teach us about ourselves, and this comprehensive presentation of Greek mythological tales reaches across the ages to engage your students. From Apollo to Zeus - including such well-known mythological figures as Pandora, Midas, Pygmalion, Daedalus and Icarus, and many more - these majestic and mysterious stories provide insight not only into the lives of those who told them, but also into the modern character. These myths offer your students a unique context in which to examine their own emotions, strengths, and weaknesses as they learn about the ancient culture from which the stories arose.

Genres: Mythology, Read For School, Nonfiction, Reference

304 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

Reviews

[angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

(read this for 12th grade English)

What I Enjoyed:
The background information in each chapter was really interesting and well thought out. I enjoyed reading Rosenberg's descriptions of how ideas in each myth reflect what societal structures/beliefs/norms were like at the time, and how those ideas relate to our modern-day society. I certainly learned tons about the formation and ideals of ancient Greek society from this book.

The Issue:
Background information aside, I almost wish the storytelling itself was a little more effective. Every story felt a bit oddly vague with specific details sprinkled in at random. I definitely enjoyed reading the book as a whole, but admittedly I've read more engaging retellings of some of these myths. (I kinda wish I had a copy of the book on hand so I could actually include some quotes to illustrate my point. Oh well.)

All in all, this book is fantastic if you're looking to see how ancient Greek myths were, and are still, relevant. Although the storytelling itself leaves something to be desired, I would recommend this book for anyone who wishes to familiarize themselves with the study of Greek mythology.

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[Bridget · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read this a long time ago--freshman year of high school, and all I remember was that it was incredibly dry. These are some of the juiciest, raciest stories out there, and this book zapped all the fun out of it. Although the Catholic high school might have had something to do with it, too.

[Brenna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mythology is quite interesting, but this book was kind of lame.

[Ashley Michiko · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like Greek Mythology then, you will love this book. I loved it.

[Imagine8That]

I really liked this book i was sad that i had to give it back to my teacher i learned alot from reading it.

[Ari · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this in mythology class. My teacher is so funny.

[Jeanne]

I didn't read all this. It's a I may get to later.

[Seth Courrégé · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great introduction to Greek culture and literature. Would suggest to anyone who has yet to experience some of the best Greek heroes' stories, such as Hercules and Bellerphon.

[mairywo · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introduction to Greek mythology. The most well known myths are collected here, written in easy English.

[Ciar · Rating 2 out of 5]

this book was the bane of my existence in 9th grade gt english.

[Carlos Montanez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mythology and You

[Andi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book for teaching Greek mythology.