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Exploring the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, Vernant's retelling begins with the Earth's creation from Chaos and unfolds through pivotal events such as Uranus's castration and the Titan-Olympian conflict. The narrative highlights memorable figures like Prometheus, Zeus, and Pandora, alongside epic tales from the Trojan War to Odysseus's journey, and the fates of Dionysus and Oedipus. Vernant's unique storytelling style brings these ancient myths to life, making them accessible and engaging for modern readers.
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The Universe, the Gods, and Men, Jean-Pierre Vernant
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- The Universe, the Gods, and Men
- Subtitle
- Ancient Greek Myths Told by Jean-Pierre Vernant
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jean-Pierre Vernant
- Publisher
- Harper Perennial
- Publisher
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9780060957506
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Exploring the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, Vernant's retelling begins with the Earth's creation from Chaos and unfolds through pivotal events such as Uranus's castration and the Titan-Olympian conflict. The narrative highlights memorable figures like Prometheus, Zeus, and Pandora, alongside epic tales from the Trojan War to Odysseus's journey, and the fates of Dionysus and Oedipus. Vernant's unique storytelling style brings these ancient myths to life, making them accessible and engaging for modern readers.