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Dictionaries and Encyclopedias
Gods and Heroes of Classical Antiquity Call number 292.13/Agh
This book defines personages and terms of Classical mythology.
A Companion to World Mythology Call number 291/BAR
This work gives an explanation of what the mythological character was most well known.
Great Figures of Mythology Call number 291.13/C822g
This book includes good illustrations and explanations of various gods and goddesses.
Mythology Call number 291.13/C741m
The above book gives an explanation of the cults of various gods and goddesses. It is not limited to only Greek and Roman entities.
A Dictionary of World Mythology Call number Ref/291.13/C
This work gives an excellent explanation of regional mythology.
The Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia of Myths & Legends Call number Ref/291.13/C847m
This book gives good illustrations and descriptions of various prominent gods and goddesses.
Greek and Roman Mythology A to Z Call number YA/292.13/Dal
This is a handy, dictionary-type quick reference. The entries are relatively brief, but it's very handy for locating quick information about this god or that goddess.
The Encyclopedia of Mythology: Gods, Heroes, and Legends of the Greeks and Romans Call number 291.13/F587e
This work lists gods and goddesses alphabetically.
Gods and Goddesses: A Treasury of Deities and Tales from World Mythology Call number 291.211/God
This work is divided into various topics concerning the relationship between mythological beings and humans.
Gods and Mortals in Classical Mythology Call numbers Ref 292.003/G and 292.003/G762gd
This book gives a detailed description of characters in mythology and their stories. It is beautifully illustrated.
The Dictionary of Classical Mythology Call number Ref 292/G861d
This is a detailed dictionary of Classical figures. It is higher reading level.
The Friendly Guide to Mythology Call number 291.13/Hat
This work gives a modern, readable account of various legends and myths.
Gods and Heroes of Ancient Greece Call number 292/Sch
Longer versions of the Greek Myths. Well indexed.
Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology: Heroes, Heroines, Gods, and Goddesses from Around the World Call number Ref 291.13/Wil
This book gives a colorfully illustrated, concise account of figures in mythology.
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Greek Myths
An Introduction to Greek Mythology Call number 292.13/Bel
This book provides a genealogy of the Greek gods and goddesses, and tells the story of their origin to their place in the sky.
Cerberus (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
The story of Cerberus.
The Cyclopes (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
Nicely illustrated narrative of the Cyclops.
The Chimaera (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
A well illustrated version of this myth.
The Hydra (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
A well illustrated version of this myth.
Medusa (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
A well illustrated version of this myth.
The Minotaur (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
A well illustrated version of this myth.
The Sphinx (Monsters of Mythology) Call number 292/Evs
A well illustrated version of this myth.
Dateline: Troy Call number 292/Fle
Interesting re-telling of the Trojan Wars, using a "breaking news" format.
Gods and Heroes; the story of Greek Mythology Call number 292.07/Fos
This covers the major Greek myths, arranged thematically. Indexed.
The Iliad and The Odyssey
Call number 883.01/Hom
These two works provide the foundation for much of Greek and Roman mythology.
The Gods of the Greeks Call number 292/Ker
This covers the major Greek myths.
All Color Book of Greek Mythology Call number 292.08/P314a
Lushly illustrated overview of Greek myths. Information is brief and factual; no extended narratives. There is a good introductory essay, which gives an overview of the classical world.
Greek Mythology (Library of the World's Myths and Legends) Call number YA/292.13/P658g
Greek Myths: Gods, Heroes, and Monsters Call number 292.13/Swi
Extended narratives of the major Greek myths, arranged into logical categories: gods, heroes, the Trojan War, etc. Indexed.
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Greek and Roman Myths
The Greenhaven Encyclopedia of Greek and Roman Mythology Call number 292/Nar
This book covers most aspects of Greek and Roman myth, and consists of both dictionary like entries as well as the text of the major myths. It also has sections on places in the classical world, who the major myth tellers are, etc.
Greek and Roman Mythology (World History Series) Call number 292/Nar(YA)
This book covers most major Greek and Roman myths. Nicely illustrated; also includes maps, family trees, etc.
Classical Deities and Heroes (Myths of the World) Call number 292.13/Rob
A well illustrated collection of Greek and Roman myths. Also includes sections on The Trojan Wars, The 12 Labors of Hercules, and The Odyssey.
Mythology and You Call number 292.13/Ros
This is a middle/high school textbook. It contains short retellings of the major myths, with questions for further exploration. Contains an excellent glossary at the end of the book.
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Mythology - Generalia
Bullfinch's Mythology Call number 291/B933ba
This classic title includes not only the standard Greek and Roman myths, but also gives some attention to Norse mythology. Additionally, it contains some of the legends of King Arthur and Charlemagne, unusual for a Mythology title. There is also a very handy glossary, and several useful charts and tables. This book supplies information, which is above and beyond most other titles on this subject.
Myths, Dreams, and Religion Call number 291.13/M999
This extends the definition of a Myth, and explores the relationships between myths, dreams, and religious traditions, particularly Judaic and Christian. Also some attention is given to the myth/psychology relationship.
Larousse World Mythology Call number 291/Gri
This is a massive encyclopedia of world mythology. It includes many non-Greek/non-Roman sources, among them myths from Persia, Oceania, Japan, China, Germany, etc. etc. Much of the information in this book would be difficult to find anywhere else. Illustrated, indexed.
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Electronic Sources
Grolier Online: Encyclopedia Americana.
Click Browse. Choose RELIGION and GREEK AND ROMAN TRADITIONS. There are many articles on characters, stories, etc. like Agamemnon, Cressida, Helen of Troy, Oedipus, and Titans.
To access this database with a library card, click HERE.
Oxford Reference Online
Scroll to "Mythology and Folklore" to search eight full text mythology reference books.
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Selected Web Sites
Mythography: Exploring Greek, Roman, and Celtic Myth and Art
IPL Pathfinders: Greek Mythology
Timeless Myths: Classical Mythology
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