Hades and persephone, greek mythology, ya mythology series. Nov 26, 2019 the books written about the heroes of greek mythology include hercule and perseus, where the books written about the gods of greek mythology include zeus, apollo, hades, and hephaestus. With the tremendous popularity of rick riordans percy jackson series, many other books with greek gods and goddesses as characters and themes from greek mythology have hit the shelves, so i thought id round up all the titles i could think of for you here. If he were not a god himself, he would think the gods were playing with him. The lightning thief by rick riordan, the sea of monsters.
In the 8 th century, greek urban poleis began to form which was gathered immediately by archaic greece and colonization of mediterranean basin ancient rome was very. The dc universe simultaneously adapts every aspect of theology into its mythos, from greek to norse to even atheism and various fictional religions. Tiffany schmidt, debut author of send me a sign 2012 by walker bloomsbury. From ancient times right up through the last season of game of thrones, gods and monsters are always a hit. Who was this human, this very male human, that awakened his desire to feel again.
The books written about the heroes of greek mythology include hercule and perseus, where the books written about the gods of greek mythology include zeus, apollo, hades, and hephaestus. His books are often used in the college classroom, and hes translating homers odyssey himself. Below is a list of books about greek mythology, based on or inspired by. Greek mythology are books about or based on the ancient greek myths as well as gods and goddesses. Here are nine greek mythology retellings that will change the way you see zeus, persephone, and all those other greek gods and goddesses you thought you knew so well. The characters, stories, lessons, and themes of greek mythology have molded art and literature for over thousands of years now. Mortals and monsters, quests and adventures by stephen fry. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for. Each page describes the mythological figure, provides a brief story, and contains pictures of ancient greek art work. Nov 07, 20 in the tradition of other kirby creations like the new gods at dc and the eternals at marvel, the lines between mythology and science fiction blur.
But it was also the time when rome would almost be found. Modern authors love writing books about gods and mythology. Ancient greece laid the foundation for modern western civilization and. Top 10 fiction books set in ancient greece best book. Sort through the facts of winged and wooden horses in. This genre includes books varying from non fiction to fiction. Mar 22, 2020 rick riordan over the years in different books has talked about almost every kind of war and issues related to the worlds of gods. Which ones are most deserving of your hardearned money. Currently, the best greek mythology book is the timeless tales of gods and heroes. This site uses cookies to deliver our services, improve performance, for analytics, and if not signed in for advertising.
Apr 12, 2018 if you are like me, you love revised fairy tales, and the revision of greek or roman mythology to new purposes is just as satisfying. What are the best mythological fiction booksnovels. Find the hottest greekmythology stories youll love. After wiping out the gods of mount olympus, kratos moves on to the frigid lands of scandinavia, where he and his son must embark on an odyssey. Oct 28, 2019 currently, the best greek mythology book is the timeless tales of gods and heroes.
In the tradition of other kirby creations like the new gods at dc and the eternals at marvel, the lines between mythology and science fiction blur. In the legends concerning the trojan war, were the greek gods neutral. The other answers have already mentioned rick riordans books which are very good so definitely check them out if youre a beginner to greek and roman mythology. What fiction books are therewhich have the greek gods as characters. Stories in greek mythology teach us many lessons about life. Greek mythology is the body of myths and teachings that belong to the ancient greeks, concerning their gods and heroes, the nature of the world.
In the house of helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the titans, a daughter is born. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. It is great for background information for a research project or to simply learn more about greek gods. Aurelia, a greek girl with a latin name, has her fate tested by the gods. It will have children howling with laughter, while filling them with accurate facts and invaluable ancient greek. An adaptation of homers great epic, the film follows the assault on troy by the united greek forces and chronicles the fates of the men involved.
What are some good fiction novels on greek or roman mythology. The lightning thief by rick riordan, the sea of monsters by rick riordan, the battle of the labyrinth by rick riordan. Spark an interest in greek mythology with these fabulous kids books that recount the classic stories or use them as inspiration for new and exciting tales. From the time of homer and the odyssey to the mahabharata and the superhuman life of gesar of ling, weve been telling stories about humans interacting with the gods for a very very long time. Greek mythology fanfiction archive with over 3,758 stories. Percy jackson and the olympians series rick riordan. Read hot and popular stories about greekgods on wattpad. Ancient greece was a civilization which stretches from th to 9th bc belonging to greek history. Stories of the greek gods and heroes vividly retold. Im not talking about things like the iliad or the odyssey, im looking for books that are much more recent and incorporate the greek gods into them. Chapter books, middle grade and ya novels with themes from. If you want the real goodies, read the illiad and the odysseus by homer. From immortal gods, goddesses, and heroes to unusual creatures and demigods, these greek mythology.
What are some good fiction novels on greek or roman. Best childrens books about ancient greece theschoolrun. The lightning thief by rick riordan, the sea of monsters by rick riordan, the titans curse by rick riordan, the batt. Hephaestus journeyed down to the mortal world and set up shop in one of the greek cities. She was the bridge of such little cooperation between the two civilizations. Read hot and popular stories about greekmythology on wattpad. Rick riordan over the years in different books has talked about almost every kind of war and issues related to the worlds of gods. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for smart. Ancient greece was a civilization which stretches from th to 9 th bc belonging to greek history. This genre includes books varying from nonfiction to fiction.
List of 10 best books to read about greek mythology. This novel retells the story of penelope from homers the odyssey. Greek mythology books books about or based on the ancient greek myths as well as gods and goddesses. Fiction epic poetry in greek to ca 500 english texts translations, english history and criticism works and days theogony mythology, greek translations into english heracles greek mythology farm life religious poetry, greek greece agriculture didactic poetry, greek hesiod gods, greek. Listen to percy jacksons greek gods audiobook streaming. Goddess by josephine angelini, black city by elizabeth richards, painted blind by michelle a. Most popular greek mythology movies and tv shows imdb. Books under subject heading mythology, greek fiction. My god of war malexmale book 1 greek gods series adventure. If youre still fascinated with greek mythology books, or looking for percy jackson or circe readalikes, youll find the best of them here for adults, teens, and kids alike. First through percy jackson the audience listens to certain hidden secrets of the camp halfblood near long islands. She was the goddess of blessed peaceful deaths, as opposed to painful, terrible, horrifying deaths, but there arent really any stories about her. Indulge in a happily forever after paranormal romance book packed with emotion, scorching passion, incredible twists and heartstopping action. But circe is a strange childnot powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother.
Examples of gods featured in its narrative include. Jan 04, 2017 here are nine greek mythology retellings that will change the way you see zeus, persephone, and all those other greek gods and goddesses you thought you knew so well. This list last updated in april of 2019 was written with the intention of helping you make that decision. I should recommend you the best book series i have ever read very few of us know about it very few of us know about its author its the shiva triology written by amish tripathi. Greek mytholgy are books about or based on the ancient greek myths as well as gods and goddesses. Welcome to fantastic fiction search and browse bibliographies of over 50,000 bestselling fiction authors, with the latest books and series information join our 99,999 members. Percy jackson and the lightning thief by rick riordan. If you are like me, you love revised fairy tales, and the revision of greek or roman mythology to new purposes is just as satisfying. Dec 18, 2007 alive and well in the twentyfirst century in spite of the need to hold jobs to support themselves, the twelve greek gods of olympus work as dog walkers, tv psychics, and phone sex operators before a pair of humans is swept up in a battle of wills between aphrodite and apollo. Jan 17, 2014 for my list of reference books on greek mythology and retellings of the odyssey and the iliad, click here. Different people find greek mythology to be meaningful for different reasons. Below is a list of books about greek mythology, based on or inspired by these myths. This list of books about greek or roman mythology is sponsored by little, brown and company, publisher of circe by madeline miller. The immortals of meluha by amish tripathi, the secret of the nagas by amish tripathi, the oath of the vayuputras b.
The heroes in training series is a hilarious collection of books that cover the adventures and exploits of the greek gods when they were kids. Its full of silliness, mishaps and a host of famous greek gods, goddesses, and heroes as kids. Xena, a mighty warrior princess with a dark past, sets out to redeem herself. Greek gods and goddesses romance books, novels and short. Jan 25, 2017 the norse gods are only part of the story in gaimans brilliantly imagined universe, in which belief manifests the gods and then imbues them with power that dissipates when the world moves on to new godsleaving the norse gods waning and weak, while new american deities like the technical boy rise. Scroll below to find out the best greek mythology books to read.
In the 8th century, greek urban poleis began to form which was gathered immediately by archaic greece and colonization of mediterranean basin. Best mythology books for kids and teens at some point during their grade school years, lots of kids go through a big mythology phase they cant get enough of stories about gods, goddesses, and other mythological creatures. The ancient myths humans once embraced were, at their heart, epic stories involving magic, immortals, and quests, so its no surprise tales like those found in the old norse myths make have been a popular inspiration. Like all greek myths, these fictionalized retellings contain love and sex, poetry and passion, and. For my list of reference books on greek mythology and retellings of the odyssey and the iliad, click here. Sep, 2019 the heroes in training series is a hilarious collection of books that cover the adventures and exploits of the greek gods when they were kids. Aug 15, 2016 10 books about mythology for readers who want to dive into ancient myths. Mazs debut book is the hilarious yet moving story of elliot, a boy who enlists the help of greek gods such as zeus and hermes to help him defeat the evil demons thanatos and hypnos.
Nov 22, 2015 the other answers have already mentioned rick riordans books which are very good so definitely check them out if youre a beginner to greek and roman mythology. Dean koontz predicted coronavirus 40 years ago in his book the eyes of darkness synergy among stakeholders must to power indias uav missions. Together they journey the ancient world and fight for the greater good against ruthless warlords and gods. In honor of that, here are ten science fiction works that also do the same.
Greek gods and goddesses romance books, novels and short stories starring sexy alpha heroes and sassy strong heroines. But whatever it is that draws you to greek mythology, youll probably find at least a book or two on this list that fits what youre looking for. Ancient rome was very much inspired by greek culture, and its influence on it. Nov 29, 2018 books that have inspired my paranormal novels latest being the chrysomelia stories, starting with persephones orchard, andor are similar to. Books about gods, greek what should i read next register for free to build your own book lists. Theres a bewildering array of books out there on greek mythology, especially at the beginner level. A few poems mention makaria, the daughter of hades and persephone. Gods and monsters have always been staples of the stories we tell.
Up to 20 books are listed, in descending order of popularity at this site. Modern adaptations of greek mythology 309 books goodreads. From immortal gods, goddesses, and heroes to unusual creatures and demigods, these greek mythology books for kids are filled with action, drama, and adventure. This series of greek heroes and gods takes the nonfiction myths of these characters and gives them a youthful feel for kids to read and understand. It also made me want to dig out my greek mythology nonfiction books so i could read up and made predictions about the rest of the series. The author has still not lost charm in the greek and roman gods and thus now after camp halfblood confidential has started to discuss the origin.
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