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Short description Exploring Greek Myth offers an extensive discussion of variant forms of myths and lesser-known stories, including important local myths and local versions of PanHellenic myths. Written in an informal conversational style by an experienced lecturer in the field, Clark discusses approaches to understanding myths, allowing readers to gain an appreciation of the variety available in one volume.
From the contents List of Illustrations vii
Preface ix
Acknowledgments xiii
Chapter One: The Knife Did It 1
Definitions and Characteristics for the Study of Myth
Chapter Two: Six Hundred Gods 15
Greek Myth and Greek Religion
Chapter Three: Homer's Beauty Pageant 30
The Traditions of Myth
Chapter Four: Pelops' Shoulder 43
Sources for the Study of Myth
Chapter Five: Ikaros' Wings, Aktaion's Dogs 54
Myth and Meaning
Chapter Six: The Bones of Orestes 68
Heroes in Myth and Society
Chapter Seven: Born from the Earth 80
Founders of Cities and Families
Chapter Eight: The Judgment of Paris 97
Comparative Myth
Chapter Nine: Boys in Dresses, Brides with Beards 111
