Its coverage of comparative and interpretive approaches, as well as evidence from art and archaeology, grows with each edition. Morford and Lenardon's insightful and accessible discussion of classical myths in their historical and cultural settings, as well as their survival in literature, art, music, and film, remains unparalleled. Expanded critical coverage New discussions include the behavior of the Olympian gods in battle, the character and role of Penelope, and a lengthier treatment of the Oedipus myth.
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