In this illustrated compendium, Percy Jackson provides a firsthand account of the Greek creation myth and the origins of the Olympians. He recounts how Gaea and Ouranos produced the Titans, leading to Kronos devouring his offspring before Zeus eventually overthrew him. Each chapter focuses on a specific deity, including Apollo, Artemis, Ares, and Athena, detailing their birth stories, divine maturation, and specific roles within the pantheon. The narrative covers the division of the world into the sky, sea, and underworld, explaining the functions of various symbols and magical items.
This book serves readers who want a functional knowledge of classical mythology without academic formality. Fans of fantasy fiction use this text to understand the genealogical connections between gods and the specific anecdotes that define their temperaments. Readers walk away with a clear grasp of individual character traits, such as Hera’s jealousy or Hephaestus’s craftsmanship, and an understanding of how these ancient archetypes interact. It functions as a reference guide for identifying various deities through their traditional attributes and myths.
- Published
- 2006
- Language
- EN
