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Book Synopsis: Greek myths abound in images of beauty and perfection: charming gods, attractive goddesses, and handsome heroes, all of them standards of physical and spiritual flawlessness. However, the ancient Greeks were not fond of absolutes. No god or hero is shown without blemishes in character and ethics, and some are even physically imperfect, like Hephaestus, who is ugly and lame. Another element that dominates Greek mythology is the idea of balance. Good and evil, light and darkness, hubris and punishment. What could not be missing from this world is the image of reversed beauty: monstrosity. The aim of this book is to explore the realm of the imaginary world of Greek mythology and present the reader with a categorization of monstrosity, referring to some of the most noted examples in each category.
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Introduction, by Richard Buxton
- Introduction
- Chapter 1 Humanoid Monsters
- Chapter 2 Serpentine Creatures
- Chapter 3 Partly Human
- Chapter 4 Monstrous Animals
- Chapter 5 Ghosts and Daemons
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Discover the fascinating world of Greek mythology with our captivating book, "A Bestiary of Monsters in Greek Mythology." Immerse yourself in a realm where gods, goddesses, and heroes are not flawless ideals, but rather complex beings with both virtues and flaws.
Delve into the concept of balance, where good and evil, light and darkness, and hubris and punishment intertwine. Uncover the intriguing world of monstrosity, where reversed beauty takes center stage. From the physically imperfect, like the ugly and lame Hephaestus, to the grotesque humanoid monsters and serpentine creatures, this book categorizes and explores the rich tapestry of Greek mythical monstrosity.
Written by renowned scholar Richard Buxton, this book provides an insightful introduction to Greek mythology. With a comprehensive table of contents, including chapters on humanoid monsters, serpentine creatures, partly humans, monstrous animals, and ghosts and daemons, this book will captivate both enthusiasts and newcomers to Greek mythology.
Expand your knowledge and deepen your understanding of Greek mythology with "A Bestiary of Monsters in Greek Mythology." Immerse yourself in this enchanting world by ordering your copy today!
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