Studies in Mediterranean Archaeology

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  M107

Genealogical Guide to Greek Mythology.

Author: Carlos Parada

Content:

The book is meant to be a supportive guide and catalogue by making available to the reader of the Greek myths the genealogical data in their various versions. The genealogical material, comprising 6380 entries, has been organised in a coded way which should make retrieval easier than explanatory prose. Each piece of information is connected to its particular source by the use of the same codes. Almost half of the entries have been rearranged in groups (about 130) which provide comprehensive lists and allow cross-references (groups are, for example, ARGONAUTS, AMAZONS, BESTIARY, METAMORPHOSES, NYMPHS, SUITORS OF HELEN, etc.). Almost every mythological character mentioned in the sources has an individual entry. Namesakes are numbered consistently through the whole book to make identification easier. Anecdotes are referred to with some detail, but the emphasis has been put on relationships and connections.
 All the information is taken from the original sources (included). The names of the characters are also written in their original Greek script.
See also the GGGM web site!

Reviews:

"An exceptional work in its kind. Carlos Parada has given us an unique research tool and filled the void that had been noticeable until today."

Anna Lambraki, Archeology, Athens, June 1994.

"An invaluable aid in achieving a broader view of interrelationships. The volume shows several deft touches of an experienced mythologist providing useful information."

Sion M. Honea, Phoenix, Classical Association of Canada, summer 1995.

"The most notable book about Greek mythology which I have ever seen. A real masterpiece in its kind which will live long."

Weste Westeson, Library Service (Bibliotekstjänst), Sweden, June 1994.

"There are legions of books about Greek mythology, but this one is of an unusual kind. The completeness is impressing; even Roman mythology and early history are included."

Johan Flemberg, Medusa No. 1-1994, Publication for Classic Antiquity, Sweden.

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