Myths & Epics
The Myths and Epis Ancient Greek Tradition forms the basis of Greek mythology and epic literature. Through narratives full of gods, heroes and legendary events, they explain the creation of the world, the relationship of people and divine forces, as well as the values of ancient society.
This category includes: cosmogenic myths, the heroic circles and big epics like Iliad and Odyssey, as well as later epic accounts such as Cypriot Epis and Theban tradition. Legends and epics are not just stories, but cultural texts that influenced the literature, art and philosophy of the West.
Works and Days – Hesiod
The «Works and Days» Hesiod is one of the most important teaching works of the ancient Greek secretariat. Unlike heroic epics, this work is addressed to the everyday man, offering practical advice, moral admonition and social lessons. The poem combines mythology with the experience of rural life and expresses a deep faith in divine ... More
Homer’s Iliad
The Iliad The Epic of Trojan War and Human Hybrid Introduction Iliad is one of the leading works of the ancient Greek secretariat and foundation of European literary tradition. It is attributed to the poet Homer and tells facts from the tenth and final year of the Trojan War. The epic does not focus on Troy's own meltdown, ... More
The 12 Labors of Hercules
The 12 Athletics of Hercules – Full History, Analysis and Symbolism Hercules' 12 feats are one of the most iconic accounts of Greek mythology. Their story is not just a series of heroic achievements· is a journey of atonement, testing and internal transformation. Hercules, son of Zeus and Alcmene, was born with divine ... More