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Flying Too Close to the Sun

Author : Diane Fortenberry
Publisher : Phaidon Press Limited
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book Flying Too Close to the Sun written by Diane Fortenberry and published by Phaidon Press Limited. This book was released on 2018-05-11 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first major survey to reveal the ways in which Classical mythology has inspired art throughout the last 2,500 years From the films of Woody Allen and the Coen Brothers to Margaret Atwood's books and Arcade Fire's songs, Classical Greek and Roman myths continue to be a source of cultural inspiration. The struggles of heroes, both triumphant and tragic, with gods, monsters, and fate, exert a particular grip on our imagination. Visual artists have long expressed and reworked these foundational stories. This is the first book to unite myth-inspired artworks by ancient, modern, and contemporary artists, from Botticelli and Caravaggio to Jeff Koons and Damien Hirst.

Contemporary Art and Classical Myth

Author : Isabelle Loring Wallace
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
ISBN 13 : 9780754669746
Total Pages : 414 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (697 download)

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Book Synopsis Contemporary Art and Classical Myth by : Isabelle Loring Wallace

Download or read book Contemporary Art and Classical Myth written by Isabelle Loring Wallace and published by Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.. This book was released on 2011 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contemporary art is deeply engaged with the subject of classical myth. Yet within the literature on contemporary art, little has been said about this provocative relationship. Composed of fifteen original essays, Contemporary Art and Classical Myth addresses this scholarly gap, exploring, and in large part establishing, the multifaceted intersection of contemporary art and classical myth.

Images of Myths in Classical Antiquity

Author : Susan Woodford
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521782678
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (826 download)

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Download or read book Images of Myths in Classical Antiquity written by Susan Woodford and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2002-12-02 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories take time to tell; Greek and Roman artists had to convey them in static images. How did they go about it? How could they ensure that their scenes would be recognized? What problems did they have? How did they solve them? This generously illustrated book explores the ways classical artists portrayed a variety of myths. It explains how formulas were devised for certain stories; how these inventions could be adapted, developed and even transferred to other myths; how one myth could be distinguished from another; what links there were with daily life and historical propaganda; the influence of changing tastes, and problems still outstanding. Examples are drawn from a wide range of media--vases, murals, mosaics, sarcophagi, sculpture--used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. The myths are mostly those that are also easily recognized in later works of art. No previous knowledge of the subject is assumed, all examples are illustrated and all names, terms and concepts are fully explained. Susan Woodford teaches Greek and Roman art at the University of London and is engaged in research for the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities at the British Museum. A former Fullbright Scholar and Woodrow Wilson Fellow, she and is author of The Parthenon (Cambridge, 1981), The Art of Greece (Cornell, 1993), An Introduction to Greek Art (Cornell, 1986) and The Trojan War in Ancient Art (Cornell, 1993).

Classical Myths in Italian Renaissance Painting

Author : Luba Freedman
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107001196
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book Classical Myths in Italian Renaissance Painting written by Luba Freedman and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-06-30 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The book is about a new development in Italian Renaissance art; its aim is to show how artists and humanists came together to effect this revolution, it is important because this is a long-ignored but crucial aspect of the Italian Renaissance, showing us why the masterpieces we take for granted are the way they are, and thre is no competitor in the field. The book sheds light on some of the world's greatest masterpirces of art, including Botticelli's Venus, Leonardo's Leda, Raphael's Galatea, and Titian's Bacchus and Ariadne"--Provided by publisher.

Classical Mythology: The Basics

Author : Richard Martin
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317539168
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (175 download)

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Download or read book Classical Mythology: The Basics written by Richard Martin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-28 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an engaging introduction which explores the latest thinking about Classical mythology, the history of interpreting myths and the role of myths in cultural tradition, from painting to opera, philosophy, politics, drama, and religion in the modern day. It answers such questions as what are ancient myths and who invented them where do gods come from what makes a hero how is Classical myth used in the modern world and what approaches are there to the study of myth? Featuring further reading and case studies from antiquity to the modern day, this is an essential introduction to the myths which have been a fundamental part of Western culture throughout history.

Classical Mythology A to Z

Author : Annette Giesecke
Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
ISBN 13 : 0762497130
Total Pages : 549 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (624 download)

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Download or read book Classical Mythology A to Z written by Annette Giesecke and published by Black Dog & Leventhal. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales. From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult. In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.

Art and Myth in Ancient Greece

Author : Thomas H Carpenter
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0500204543
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book Art and Myth in Ancient Greece written by Thomas H Carpenter and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential visual handbook for anyone interested in Greek myth written by T. H. Carpenter, one of the world’s leading experts on myth in ancient art. The ancient Greeks recorded their mythology on vase paintings, engraved gems, and bronze and stone sculptures, offering depictions that often predate any references to the myths in literature or recount alternative, unfamiliar versions of these tales. In some cases, visual art provides our only evidence of these myths, as there are no surviving accounts in ancient Greek literature of stories such as the Fall of Troy or Theseus and the Minotaur. Art and Myth in Ancient Greece is a comprehensive survey of myth as it appears in Greek art. This classic volume has been updated with text and full-color images of more than three hundred scenes from Greek sculptures, vases, and gems. Aiding in the identification of mythological scenes and explaining chronological developments in style and subject matter, this book is an essential reference for anyone interested in the art, drama, poetry, or religion of ancient Greece.

Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction

Author : Helen Morales
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0192804766
Total Pages : 167 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (928 download)

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Download or read book Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction written by Helen Morales and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2007-08-23 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Zeus to Europa, to Pan and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome continue to pervade the numerous facets of our existence. The author explores the rich history and varying interpretations of classical myth in both high art and popular culture as well as its ongoing influence in modern society.

Greek Myths in Roman Art and Culture

Author : Zahra Newby
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107072247
Total Pages : 409 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (7 download)

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Book Synopsis Greek Myths in Roman Art and Culture by : Zahra Newby

Download or read book Greek Myths in Roman Art and Culture written by Zahra Newby and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new reading of the portrayal of Greek myths in Roman art, revealing important shifts in Roman values and identities.

Classical Mythology

Author : Arcturus Publishing
Publisher : Arcturus Editions
ISBN 13 : 9781789506518
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (65 download)

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Download or read book Classical Mythology written by Arcturus Publishing and published by Arcturus Editions. This book was released on 2019-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning collection of myths and legends from Ancient Greece and Rome, retold by a variety of expert storytellers.

Classic Myths in Art

Author : Julia de Wolf Addison
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book Classic Myths in Art written by Julia de Wolf Addison and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Classic Myths In Art

Author : Julia de Wolf Gibbs Addison
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781022601277
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (12 download)

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Download or read book Classic Myths In Art written by Julia de Wolf Gibbs Addison and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides a detailed account of the Greek myths that has in its illustrations the work of great artists. This book is for those who are intrigued by Greek mythology as well as those interested in the classical art world. This book is a must-have for fans of classical art. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Cassell's Dictionary of Classical Mythology

Author : Jennifer R. March
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN 13 : 9780304357888
Total Pages : 831 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (578 download)

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Download or read book Cassell's Dictionary of Classical Mythology written by Jennifer R. March and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2001 with total page 831 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brief entries describe the characters, legends, and events of Greek and Roman mythology.

Interpreting the Images of Greek Myths

Author : Klaus Junker
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 0521895820
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (218 download)

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Book Synopsis Interpreting the Images of Greek Myths by : Klaus Junker

Download or read book Interpreting the Images of Greek Myths written by Klaus Junker and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A concise introduction highlighting theoretical and methodological issues and describing the strategies ancient artists used in order to instruct and persuade.

David to Delacroix

Author : Dorothy Johnson
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
ISBN 13 : 0807877751
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (78 download)

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Download or read book David to Delacroix written by Dorothy Johnson and published by Univ of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 2011-02-14 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this beautifully illustrated study of intellectual and art history, Dorothy Johnson explores the representation of classical myths by renowned French artists in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, demonstrating the extraordinary influence of the natural sciences and psychology on artistic depiction of myth. Highlighting the work of major painters such as David, Girodet, Gerard, Ingres, and Delacroix and sculptors such as Houdon and Pajou, David to Delacroix reveals how these artists offered innovative reinterpretations of myth while incorporating contemporaneous and revolutionary discoveries in the disciplines of anatomy, biology, physiology, psychology, and medicine. The interplay among these disciplines, Johnson argues, led to a reexamination by visual artists of the historical and intellectual structures of myth, its social and psychological dimensions, and its construction as a vital means of understanding the self and the individual's role in society. This confluence is studied in depth for the first time here, and each chapter includes rich examples chosen from the vast number of mythological representations of the period. While focused on mythical subjects, French Romantic artists, Johnson argues, were creating increasingly modern modes of interpreting and meditating on culture and the human condition.

Dictionary of Classical Mythology

Author : Jennifer R. March
Publisher : Oxbow Books
ISBN 13 : 1782976353
Total Pages : 544 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (829 download)

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Download or read book Dictionary of Classical Mythology written by Jennifer R. March and published by Oxbow Books. This book was released on 2014-05-31 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jenny Marchs acclaimed Dictionary of Classical Mythology, first published in 1998 but long out of print, has been extensively revised and expanded including a completely new set of beautiful line-drawing illustrations for this Oxbow edition. It is a comprehensive A Z guide to Greek and Roman mythology. All major myths, legends and fables are here, including gods and goddesses, heroes and villains, dangerous women, legendary creatures and monsters. Characters such as Achilles and Odysseus have extensive entries, as do epic journeys and heroic quests, like that of Jason and the Argonauts to win the Golden Fleece, all alongside a plethora of information on the creation of the cosmos, the many metamorphoses of gods and humans, and the Trojan War, plus more minor figures nymphs, seers, kings, rivers, to name but a few. In this superbly authoritative work the myths are brilliantly retold, along with any major variants, and with extensive translations from ancient authors that give life to the narratives and a sense of the vibrant cultures that shaped the development of classical myth. The 172 illustrations give visual immediacy to the words, by showing how ancient artists perceived their gods and heroes. The impact of myths on ancient art is also explored, as is and their influence in the postclassical arts, emphasising the ongoing inspiration afforded by the ancient myths. Also included are two maps of the ancient world, a list of the ancient sources and their chronology, the more important genealogies, and an index of recurrent mythical motifs.

Classical Mythology

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ISBN 13 : 9781435162884
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (628 download)

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Download or read book Classical Mythology written by and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: