Zeus (Profiles in Greek & Roman Mythology) (Profiles in Greek and Roman Mythology)

By Roberts, Russell D.

Publishers Summary:
The ancient Greeks worshiped a complex group of deities, weaving their characters into timeless tales of love, heroism, and intrigue. Plays, poems, paintings, and sculptures commemorating these tales have survived for centuries. Even as world religions and scientific knowledge have evolved, bringing with them new beliefs and understanding of the world, the ancient Greek tales continue to provide a basic foundation for Western thought and sharp insight to the human psyche. Although these stories took place thousands of years ago, they still impact us today. The personality and characteristics of Zeus can often be seen in tales that modern writers and filmmakers weave. The name Zeus still stands for the ultimate in power and authority, which is why it graces modern companies and their products. A study of the starry night sky reveals constellations named after the twin sons of Zeus. Indeed, if mighty Zeus were to look down at the earth today from his lofty Olympian perch, he may well be pleased at the impact he still has in the modern world.

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ISBN
978-1-58415-559-1
Publisher
Mitchell Lane Publishers


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on November 1, 2007

Gr 3-6 Kicking off a new series, these books-geared toward readers with no background in mythology-recap the most famous myths surrounding their subjects. "Zeus" is the least successful, in part because of the difficulty of dealing with the figure's multiple affairs in books for a young audience, and because Roberts makes vague, generalized, and debatable statements. (He claims that the Greeks were the first to include real-world si...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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