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Greek Myths Paperback – 26 Nov. 1991

by Robert Graves (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 163 ratings
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In a work that has become a classic reference book for both the serious scholar and the casual inquirer, Graves retells the adventures of the important gods and heroes worshipped by the ancient Greeks. Each entry provides a full commentary which examines problems of interpretation in both historical and anthropological terms, and in light of contemporary research.
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  1. Print length
    782 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Penguin
  4. Publication date
    26 Nov. 1991
  5. Dimensions
    13.87 x 3.1 x 21.59 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    0140171991
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0140171990
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Robert Graves was born in 1895 in Wimbledon. He went from school to the First World War, where he became a captain in the Royal Welch Fusiliers and was seriously wounded at the Battle of the Somme. He wrote his autobiography, Goodbye to All That, in 1929, and it was soon established as a modern classic. He died on 7 December 1985 in Majorca, his home since 1929.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin (26 Nov. 1991)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 782 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0140171991
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140171990
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.87 x 3.1 x 21.59 cm
  • Customer reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 163 ratings

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    Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) was a Swiss psychiatrist, an influential thinker and the founder of analytical psychology (also known as Jungian psychology). Jung's radical approach to psychology has been influential in the field of depth psychology and in counter-cultural movements across the globe. Jung is considered as the first modern psychologist to state that the human psyche is "by nature religious" and to explore it in depth. His many major works include "Analytic Psychology: Its Theory and Practice," "Man and His Symbols," "Memories, Dreams, Reflections," "The Collected Works of Carl G. Jung," and "The Red Book."

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I ordered this product because I wanted a compact, slightly academic, retelling of all the Greek Myths in hardcover. I ordered through Amazon from Nicodan. The shipment was very prompt, and the item was, as advertised, new (pristine). It was exactly as described, without dust jackets, There are some black & white illustrations and photo-reproductions, in the stylistic form of ancient Greek archeological images, not colour artists' impressions. I was disappointed by the print size, which I found was rather smaller and more closely spaced than I expected. However, there is nothing wrong with the clarity of the print, and it magnifies well.I was also surprised by the price of this item, which I thought remarkably cheap, but I have yet to pay the final bill !EC22.November.2008
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent service, speedy delivery.
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I was delighted to receive these beautiful folio books as described and in excellent condition. The seller had packed the books securely and they arrived really fast. I would buy with confidence from the same company in the future. Thank you!
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S.T Parker
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this so much that I was prepared to read ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 December 2014
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Yes, this is by Robert Graves, the writer of the nifty I, Claudius. There might be a few naughty bits in this book. Well, it is Greek mythology. I didn't buy it for that though.

This book became a Christmas present for my Dad, and though I have only read a smaller portion of it I can tell that the quality is exceedingly high. I love this so much that I was prepared to read this before other items in my pile of other Amazon reading candies. Some books are written with such care and promise such gems from a mine of information that they are unmissable.

As a result of reading this book I was so enthused and frustrated at not having a copy of this close at hand that I bought another book on Greek (and Roman) myths which, needless, to say, is not quite on par with this. I do not speak from too much experience, but my background research into Graves suggests that there are few to no books on Greek myths that surpass this.

I love this so much that I will buy another copy.
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G.N.
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 June 2013
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A beautiful set of books, well worth every penny! It gives a detailed look into greek myths and Robert Graves has added his views on them and their meanings. Stunning and a great read!
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I ordered this product because I wanted a compact, slightly academic, retelling of all the Greek Myths in hardcover. I ordered through Amazon from Nicodan. The shipment was very prompt, and the item was, as advertised, new (pristine). It was exactly as described, without dust jackets, There are some black & white illustrations and photo-reproductions, in the stylistic form of ancient Greek archeological images, not colour artists' impressions. I was disappointed by the print size, which I found was rather smaller and more closely spaced than I expected. However, there is nothing wrong with the clarity of the print, and it magnifies well.

I was also surprised by the price of this item, which I thought remarkably cheap, but I have yet to pay the final bill !

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 November 2008
I ordered this product because I wanted a compact, slightly academic, retelling of all the Greek Myths in hardcover. I ordered through Amazon from Nicodan. The shipment was very prompt, and the item was, as advertised, new (pristine). It was exactly as described, without dust jackets, There are some black & white illustrations and photo-reproductions, in the stylistic form of ancient Greek archeological images, not colour artists' impressions. I was disappointed by the print size, which I found was rather smaller and more closely spaced than I expected. However, there is nothing wrong with the clarity of the print, and it magnifies well.

I was also surprised by the price of this item, which I thought remarkably cheap, but I have yet to pay the final bill !

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Jazz67
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic book of classic tales
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 January 2010
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Robert Graves's Greek Myths isn't new to me. I loved dipping into my father's two-volume edition as a teenager and always wanted my own copy. The single-volume edition is handy and the type not as small as I feared (which is a concern to anyone with less than perfect eyesight when it comes to 'condensed' books).

Whatever you make of Graves's interpretations of various myths (which some scholars have criticised as arbitrary and non-scientific), he's a good storyteller. The myths themselves remain as astoundingly fresh and lovely to (re)read as ever.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book. Really enjoyed it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 September 2019
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Great book. Really enjoyed it
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J West
5.0 out of 5 stars A thorough work and an informative read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 April 2013
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A great book for anyone interested in the who's who of Greek mythology. Detailed, knowledgeable and well illustrated.
Highly recommended!
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C. C. Williams
3.0 out of 5 stars The myths are great but the commentary is horrible
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 December 2003
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This is a fine scholarly work collecting together all the Greek myths from various sources (Hesiod, Homer, Apollodorus, Pindar, etc.) and retelling them in a highly accessible manner. However, for every page of Greek myth there are two pages of Graves's commentary and here is where the problem lies. It's all sacred queen and sacrificial king nonsense, the sort of prehistoric fantasy that he went on about at tedious length in the 'White Goddess'. Lacking documentary evidence, he feels free to impose whatever fantasy he likes on prehistoric European society and, at heart, Graves was nothing more than a new-age mystic. Nonetheless, buried among the dross there is real scholarship which makes you feel that you should read the commentary in case you miss something genuinely illuminating. It does make it damned hard going, though.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Reviewed in the United States on 7 March 2013
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I love mythology, so whenever I can get books on it, I consider it a great treat. This book is great. It has all of the traditional myths told how they were meant to be told in a very great manner. I have no regrets when it comes to this book except the fact that I did not get it in hardback and now I want it in hardback...
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5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must
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Perhaps the goddess Fortuna was looking down on me when I found this edition of R. Graves, the Greek Myths published by the Folio Society. [A replacement of very old paperbacks.] It is essential for one's personal library and a never ending source of pleasure. Now, let's be honest - do you remember each and every one of the Greek Myths?
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Tory Underwood
5.0 out of 5 stars Must buy for any mythology enthusiast
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These books will change the way you look at the Greek myths. Not only are they beautiful and a welcome addition to any bookshelf, but the author's approach to showcasing the Greek myths as they evolved throughout history is great for anyone with a true passion for Greek mythology.
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I used this book as a source when teaching mythology. It was a great help!
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