mythology

Presents a modern translation of Ovid's "The Metamorphoses," his long poem whose central topic is the theme of transformation, as found in the Greek and Roman myths. Includes an introduction, glossary, and index of names.

Adapts ancient poet Stesichorus's "Geryoneis" into an epic poem set in modern times, told by the red winged monster Geryon, whose inner passions are evoked by a love affair with a drifter, Herakles.

The Horace Gregory translation of one the great works of classical mythology.

Examines the myths, legends, and folklore associated with fabulous and strange creatures from different lands and ages, and looks at the traditions and folklore of familiar real animals, saints who claimed to turn into deer, modern monsters such as Bigfoot and Mothman, and animal and headed deities.

Explores the roots of the storytelling tradition in the history and culture of West Africa.

An English translation of twenty-four stories from Ovid's classic "Metamorphoses, " written by the Roman poet around the time of the birth of Christ.

As a child, Geryon, a winged red monster, is tormented by his brother and finds his escape in his photography.

A collection of stories from countries and peoples around the world explaining the beginning of the world, people, and animals.

This myth explains the origin of the sea, the forest, and the island now called Puerto Rico.

In this Algonquin "Earth Diver" creation myth, woven from the ideas of several traditional tales, the water birds and animals left behind when the old world was flooded dive for mud so that the Creator can make dry land again.