Kreikkalaisten ja Roomalaisten Mytologiia, eli Jumalaistarut ja Sankarisadut
"Kreikkalaisten ja Roomalaisten Mytologiia, eli Jumalaistarut ja Sankarisadut" by Kaarlo Forsman is a scholarly exploration of mythology, focusing on Greek and Roman pantheon descriptions, myths, and heroic tales, written in the late 19th century. This work aims to enrich understanding of ancient myths by presenting their origins and implications, likely filling a gap in Finnish education regarding classical mythology. The content comprises detailed classifications of gods, demigods, and heroic figures, illustrating theirroles and characteristics. The opening of this work introduces a preface that outlines the author's intentions and rationale for creating a comprehensive guide to mythology, addressing the needs of Finnish students for a better grasp of the classical literary tradition. Forsman highlights the significance of understanding mythological references to fully appreciate ancient texts and the impact of these myths on art and culture. He intends to provide a foundational knowledge that connects students with the rich heritage of Greek and Roman art and literature, underlining the myths’ roles in shaping human experience and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Forsman, Kaarlo, 1851-1918 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kreikkalaisten ja Roomalaisten Mytologiia, eli Jumalaistarut ja Sankarisadut |
| Note | Reading ease score: 32.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Mythology, Classical |
| Subject | Mythology, Greek |
| Subject | Rome -- Religion |
| Subject | Greece -- Religion |
| Subject | Mythology, Roman |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53438 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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