Greek Gods in Love by Barbara Stacy © 2007 The Witches" Almanac, Ltd.
ISBN 0-9773703-1-3 171 pages Paperback $15.95 (U.S.)
Is this the best of all possible books on Greek mythology? No, it isn't.
Is it an excellent resource on the amorous adventures of the Greek gods?
Absolutely, and without reservation. Might there be a better book on the
subject? I suppose so, but I haven't encountered it yet and I doubt that
anyone could convey the information as entertainingly and as easily as Ms.
Stacy does.
The stories are drawn from classical sources; illustrated with photos and
drawings; and presented simply and clearly. There is wit and a fresh
viewpoint. Ancient sources are cited (Homer and Hesiod, among others),
but
not slavishly followed.
Fully 40% of the book is devoted to the *****c exploits of Zeus.
Considering that he was first among the Olympians, it is not surprising
that
so much space is dedicated to his loves. That does not mean that the rest
of the pantheon is ignored, by any means.
While this book doesn't need to be in every library, it would certainly be
a
welcome addition to many. It is not ****ographic, nor are the
illustrations
at all graphic. It is merely a collection of stories about the
interactions
(on a "romantic" level) of the Greek gods and goddesses with each other,
and
with humanity.
Enjoy it.
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