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The sources for ancient Greek myth are myriad. Indeed, references to myth range from those written by contemporary Greek historians and authors; to poems composed in honor of the gods and goddesses; to plays (comedies, tragedies, and so-called satyr plays) meant to dramatize man's relationships with the divine (and sometimes man's aspirations to be divine...); to works of art created to represent a particular deity, hero, or mythical creature. Truly, to compile a complete list of ancient sources is far beyond the resources of most individuals. However, the alternative is probably more useful, in that a description of the major characters of Greek myth has the distinction of being accessible.
Gods & Goddesses | featuring the Greek pantheon (from Aphrodite to Zeus), the Titans, and other free spirits (the Muses, for example)
Heroes & Heroines | Greek mortals of myth and legend, such as Odysseus, Theseus, and Ariadne, are featured in this section
Lovers & Legends | myths and stories about Greek mythological characters - for example the legend of Echo and Narcissus, and the story of Eros and Psyche
Creatures & Chimerae | the monsters of Greek mythology - the Sphinx, Medusa, and of course the Chimera - are categorized
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The Bibliography | this list features recommended books that contain information about Greek myth and art
The Mythography Forum | visit the Mythography forum for engaging discussions about Greek mythology!
Lexicon | use the Mythography lexicon if you are looking for information about Greek words - it is the place to find meanings for Greek terms
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Who's Who in Classical Mythology
This book is a great source for information about Greek and Roman mythology! Organized alphabetically, this who's who features information about over 1200 of the most intriguing characters from Classical myth and legend.
Bulfinch's Mythology
The Oxford Classical Dictionary
The Bibliography
If you want more recommended resources for information about Greek myths, visit the books section - it lists books about mythology, art, literature, and more.
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