Classical Mythology: The Greeks

The Modern Scholar

By: Professor Peter Meineck

Narrated by: Peter Meineck

In Classical Mythology: The Greeks, widely published Professor Peter Meineck examines in thrilling detail the far-reaching influence of Greek myths on Western thought and literature. The nature of myth and its importance to ancient Greece in terms of storytelling, music, poetry, religion, cults, rituals, theatre, and literature are viewed through works ranging from Homer's Iliad and Odyssey to the writings of Sophocles and Aeschylus. Through the study of these time-honored myths, the Greek heroes and gods - including Heracles, Zeus, Achilles, Athena, Aphrodite, and others - leap from the page in all their glorious splendor. The following lectures are not only an entertaining guide to Greek mythology, but a fascinating look into the culture and time that produced these eternal tales.

Download the accompanying reference guide.©2004 Peter Meineck (P)2004 Recorded Books

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Though it is perhaps not earth shattering, this substantial course provides an excellent introduction to Greek mythology, focusing largely on the Iliad and the Odyssey.

It is very well organized by themes such as ‘Gender in Myths’, ‘Myths of Identity’, ‘Myths of Initiation’, etc.

As in a real classroom, the lectures are occasionally enriched by answers to some questions from students.

Another bonus is access to a web site where a ‘final exam’ is provided.

This enjoyable course is strongly recommended to anyone even remotely interested in Classical mythology. Personally, I certainly look forward to listening to it a second time!

Good Course

I enjoyed this course and learned a lot. Professor M has a great voice and excellent style.

brilliant

Beyond academia. Peter Meineck creates lectures that are works of art. Every part of this production is done with excellence.

Very Informative

Professor Meineck is a captivating speaker and this was a great course. It makes me want to go to Greece!

Excellent

I'm a high school literature teacher who is teaching myths and the Odyssey. I found Meineck's lectures very interesting and helpful; I'm on my second listen now. If you know very little or nothing of myths and the Odyssey and Illiad, you would benefit from reading a bit about those before hearing the lectures. You certainly don't need an exhaustive knowledge of the stories though.