Myth in the Ancient World

by Ian M. Plant

Myth in the Ancient World provides a complete introduction to this important field of study. It contains a selection of readings from ancient texts and a comprehensive glossary designed for readers meeting the people and places of the ancient world for the first time.

This book asks what a myth is and how it differs from other narratives, such as legends and folktales. It also looks at interpretations of meaning in mythology.

The focus is on Ancient Greek myth....

Genres: Nonfiction, Textbooks, History

398 pages, Paperback

First published May 31, 2012

Reviews

[fran_g · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource with good clear commentary.

[Maria dlr · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very interesting and easy read as an introduction to myths and the study of myths.

[Booknut 101 · Rating 5 out of 5]

For lovers of ancient history, this is a must-read!

[Dana Ron · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Excellent resource. I go back to this book time and again for reference. First in my first year at university and now doing a second year on Myth this book has everything that I need on Ancient Greek, Roman and Near Eastern Mythology. Likewise, the precise numbered lines in all of the Classical epics are particularly helpful.

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[Anthony Dalton · Rating 4 out of 5]

An informative and interesting read, written in an entertaining fashion, and never became bogged down. Was required reading for uni, and to be quite honest, as far as text books go, it was so much better than expected.