Mythology

by Jane Ellen Harrison

Mythology by Jane Ellen Harrison is a comprehensive book that explores the myths and legends of ancient Greece. The author delves into the origins of these myths and their significance in Greek culture and society. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology, the creation myths, the Trojan War, and the heroes and heroines of Greek mythology.Harrison's writing is engaging and accessible, making the book an excellent resource for both scholars and general readers. She draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and art, to provide a rich and nuanced understanding of Greek mythology.In addition to exploring the myths themselves, Harrison also examines their impact on literature, art, and culture throughout history. She discusses how these myths have been adapted and reinterpreted over time, and how they continue to influence contemporary culture.Overall, Mythology is a fascinating and informative book that offers a deep dive into the world of ancient Greek mythology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating topic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: Mythology

180 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1963

About the author

Jane Ellen Harrison (9 September 1850 – 15 April 1928) was a British classical scholar and linguist. Harrison is one of the founders, with Karl Kerenyi and Walter Burkert, of modern studies in Ancient Greek religion and mythology. She applied 19th century archaeological discoveries to the interpretation of ancient Greek religion in ways that have become standard. She has also been credited with being the first woman to obtain a post in England as a ‘career academic’. Harrison argued for women's suffrage but thought she would never want to vote herself. Ellen Wordsworth Crofts, later second wife of Sir Francis Darwin, was Jane Harrison's best friend from her student days at Newnham, and during the period from 1898 to her death in 1903.

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Reviews

[Philip Athans · Rating 5 out of 5]

BOOKS FOR FANTASY AUTHORS XLVIII: MYTHOLOGY

This week I’d like to take a look at the slim 1924 overview, Mythology by Jane Ellen Harrison, in particular, but let’s consider the study of Ancient and Classical mythology in general, in terms of fantasy worldbuilding.

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[Elisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short but genial overview of Greek myths associated with major figures such as Poseiden, Athena, Demeter, etc. Written in 1924. Easier access than Prolegomena, Themis etc. Not sure if Woolf read it; no copy left in working library at WSU.

[Dan]

Acquired perhaps 1992 or 93
The Word, Montreal, Quebec

[Colton Hornstein · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short book, with some wild assumptions that nonetheless allow the author to head in a different direction than most of the same books that repeat the same info about Greek mythology.