Thomas Bulfinch

Can t keep all your gods and goddesses straight? Wondering about mythological references in classic literature? "Bulfinch s Mythology" offers approachable accounts of ancient legends in a compilation of the works of Thomas Bulfinch, banker and Latinist. This volume includes all three of Bulfinch s original titles: "The Age of Fable, The Age of Chivalry, " and "The Legends of Charlemagne." Bulfinch states his purpose for the book clearly: Our work is not for the learned, nor for the theologian, nor for the philosopher, but for the reader of English literature . . . who wishes to comprehend the allusions so frequently made by public speakers, lecturers, essayists, and poets, and those which occur in polite conversation. This compilation was widely used as the authoritative text on mythology in schools for over a century. Lexile score: 1190L"

A beautifully packaged and affordably priced edition of this classic, accessible guide to world mythology, unabridged and complete. Thomas Bulfinch collected and interpreted the legends of the world for everyday people, so that those who lacked extensive schooling could still understand the mythological allusions that fill classic and contemporary literature. Bulfinch's Mythology began as three separate volumes in the 1850s and '60s. Bulfinch published "The Age of Fable, or Stories of Gods and Heroes" in 1855 and then moved on to publish two more collections: "The Age of Chivalry, or the Legends of King Arthur" in 1858; and "Legends of Charlemagne, or Romance of the Middle Ages" in 1863. When Bulfinch died in 1867, the three volumes were combined and retitled Bulfinch's Mythology and reprinted in 1881. It has remained one of the most trusted English-language interpretations of Greek and Roman mythology, Arthurian legend, and medieval romance ever since. Our Cornerstone Edition of Bulfinch's Mythology offers readers an easily portable, complete collection of all three volumes--the only such edition of this beloved anthology currently available.

""The Age of Chivalry: King Arthur and His Knights; The Mabinogion; The Crusades; Robin Hood"" is a book written by Thomas Bulfinch that explores the legends and stories of chivalry and heroism from medieval Europe. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect of this era. The first part of the book delves into the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. It includes stories of Arthur's birth, his ascent to the throne, and his battles against enemies such as the Saxons and the evil sorcerer, Merlin. The section also features tales of the knights' quests for the Holy Grail and their adventures in the enchanted forest of Broceliande. The second part of the book explores the Welsh tales of ""The Mabinogion."" These stories involve magical creatures, heroic deeds, and tragic love stories. They include tales of the wizard Merlin, the warrior Cuchulainn, and the tragic lovers Tristan and Isolde. The third part of the book delves into the Crusades, a series of religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims in the Middle East during the medieval period. It includes stories of the famous Crusaders such as Richard the Lionheart and Saladin, as well as the battles they fought and the politics behind the conflicts. The final part of the book focuses on the legendary outlaw Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men. It includes stories of their battles against the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham and their efforts to redistribute wealth to the poor. Overall, ""The Age of Chivalry"" is a comprehensive and entertaining exploration of the legends and stories that have captivated readers for centuries. It provides a glimpse into the world of medieval Europe and the heroic figures that inhabited it. This Is A New Release Of The Original 1884 Edition. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A beautifully packaged and affordably priced edition of this classic, accessible guide to world mythology, unabridged and complete. Thomas Bulfinch collected and interpreted the legends of the world for everyday people, so that those who lacked extensive schooling could still understand the mythological allusions that fill classic and contemporary literature. He first published Bulfinch's Mythology as three separate volumes in the 1850s and '60s; the first book appeared as a single volume in 1881, and has remained one of the most trusted English-language interpretations of Greek and Roman mythology, Arthurian legend, and medieval romance ever since. Our Cornerstone Edition of Bulfinch's Mythology offers readers an easily portable, complete collection of all three volumes--the only such edition of this beloved anthology currently available.