Presents the myths of the ancient Egyptians and a glimpse of the civilization that created them.

A collection of myths relating the exploits and adventures of the gods and heroes of ancient Greece.

An introduction to the character of Poseidon and his roles in Greek mythology.

Relates the exploits of Hercules and his importance in Roman mythology, including his connection to such figures as King Augeas and Queen Hippolyte, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.

Relates the exploits of Zeus and his importance in Greek mythology, including his connection to such figures as Pandora and Hercules, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.

"Humans are mortal, in that they are born, grow old, and eventually die. In contrast, the gods were immortal; they never aged and they lived forever. The other factor separating the mortals from the immortals in Greek eyes was the immense power those gods wielded. That power could either aid and support human civilization or utterly destroy it. A sense of wonder based on respect for the gods is an ever-present facet for of all the hundreds of surviving...

An introduction to the character of Odysseus and his importance in Greek mythology.

Presents a collection of myths about Fionn, Cu Chuliann, and other Celtic heros and briefly describes the civilization that created them.

Relates the exploits of Diana and her importance in Roman mythology, including her connection to such figures as Actaeon and Orion, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.

An introduction to the character of Aeneas and his importance in Greek and Roman mythology.