Greek myths are timeless classic works, whose scenes and characters have enchanted us since ancient times. The gods and heroes of these legendary narratives reflect the human condition, embodying universal traits and emotions such as love, hatred, fate, jealousy, revenge, hubris, greed, and bravery. These traits form the basis for immortal dramas and rich narratives, as deep as they are entertaining, which secure the core of our culture and literature today and remain relevant and captivating for all readers, young and old.

This edition includes 21 of the most renowned episodes from the Trojan War, the subsequent adventures of Odysseus, and his long-awaited return to Ithaca. The texts have been meticulously compiled from the important work "Sagen des klassischen Altertums" (Gods and Heroes: Myths and Epics of Ancient Greece) by Gustav Schwab and are stunningly illustrated by 15 artists, among whom stand out representatives of the Golden Age of Illustration and the Arts and Crafts Movement, such as Walter Crane, William Russell Flint, Newell Convers Wyeth, and Virginia Frances Sterrett.

These illustrations are accompanied by vignettes that place each story in a historical context, as well as a genealogical tree of Greek gods and goddesses by Clifford Harper. The book also includes an introduction by Dr. Michael Siebler and concludes with an extensive glossary of the most important protagonists in Greek myths. The heroism, tragedy, and theater of Greek mythology are recreated through each narrative in this richly illustrated edition, bringing the gods and heroes back to life.

Pages: 192, Year of Publication: 0925, Dimensions: 14x14cm