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Greek Mythology
Greek Mythology... the most interesting tales of the world! Learn anything about Greek Gods and Goddesses, about heroes like Achilles and Hercules, about figures and fabullous creatures...
Modern scholars refer to and study the myths in an attempt to throw light on the religious and political institutions of Ancient Greece and its civilization, and to gain understanding of the nature of myth-making itself.
Greek myths attemp to explain the origins of the world and details the lives and adventures of a wide variety of mythological personalities and creatures, "stealing" everyone's heart and impressions. Thousands of foreign students study Homer's Odyssey and Iliad and thousands visit the national museums to see how the ancient myths are embodied in Greek art.
Not to mention the Hollywood productions that have "borrowed" elements of Greek mythology. The heroes of Ancient Greece have inspired famous producers who made incredible movies based on their lives and adventures. The "Troy" for example or the "300" are listed among the greatest successes...
Jason and the Argonauts
Jason is son of Aeson and nephew of Pelias, king of Iolcus. Jason was a hero, known for his expedition with the Argonauts, sent by his uncle Pelias on quest of the Golden Fleece, in order to claim the throne as a legitimate heir of the kingdom.
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Greek Pantheon
The Greek Pantheon is the Dodekatheon, meaning the Twelve Gods that comprise the principal deities worshipped by Greeks. The Gods are also referred to as the Olympians because they used to live on the top of Mount Olympus in Thessaly.
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Orestes: the last of the Atreids
Orestes is the last descendant of the House of Atreus that was involved in the family tragedy of power and revenge. He was son of Agamemnon, king of Mycenae and his wife Clytemnestra, brother to Iphigeneia and Elektra.
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