The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Legends

Extraordinary and Mesmerizing Stories that Will Boggle Your Mind

Arie Kaplan

Description

The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Legends is focused on connecting a wide array of cultural myths to modern pop culture and media references influenced by them.

In this unique exploration of world mythology, discover how ancient tales across cultures have influenced today's pop culture, from Beyonce to Game of Thrones. Fun and engaging, the book details the influences of classical stories on contemporary popular culture. Without these myths, passed down through the generations over three millennia, many of the stories we enjoy in our current media wouldn't exist!

  • Are you wearing Nike shoes? The company is named after the Greek goddess of victory.
  • Big on astronomy? Most of the planets in our solar system, like Mercury, Jupiter and Mars, are named after members of the Roman pantheon.
  • Mythology from around the world and shows that Superman and Achilles are connected, Frankenstein and Prometheus were cut from the same cloth and how an Egyptian sun god has inspired video games, the musical stage and the silver screen.

Details

  • Format
    Paperback
  • Pages
    256
  • Size
    215 x 155mm
  • Publisher
    Wellfleet Press
  • ISBN
    9781577154518
Stock Code
240659
Our Price
$34.99
5 in stock for immediate dispatch
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