The Universe, the Gods, and Men

Ancient Greek Myths Told by Jean-Pierre Vernant

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In this enchanting retelling of Greek myth, Jean-Pierre Vernant combines his deep knowledge of the subject with an original storytelling style. Beginning with the creation of Earth out of Chaos, Vernant continues with the castration of Uranus, the war between the Titans and the Olympian gods, the wily ruses of Prometheus and Zeus, and the creation of Pandora, the first woman. His narrative takes readers from the Trojan War to the voyage of Odysseus, from the story of Dionysus to the terrible destiny of Oedipus, to Perseus's confrontation with the Gorgons. Jean-Pierre Vernant has devoted himself to the study of Greek mythology. In recounting these tales, he unravels for us their multiple meanings and brings to life the beloved figures of legend whose narratives lie at the origin of our civilization.
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Writer
Vernant, Jean-Pierre
Title
The Universe, the Gods, and Men
Publisher
Harper Perennial
Year
2002
Language
English
Pages
224
Weight
181 gr
EAN
9780060957506
Dimensions
203 x 133 x 19 mm
Binding format
Paperback

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