Half a Hundred Hero Tales of Ulysses and The Men of Old
Legends of Courage and Cunning: A Tapestry of Mythology and HeroismBy Various
Length10h 51m
About this audiobook
In "Half a Hundred Hero Tales of Ulysses and The Men of Old," a collection of mythological narratives, the reader is transported into the legendary world of ancient heroes, particularly focusing on the figure of Ulysses and his famed associates from Greek mythology. These tales, articulated in an engaging and accessible prose style, weave together the threads of adventure, valor, and the complexities of human and divine interactions. The literary context is steeped in the rich tradition of epic storytelling, reflecting the enduring impact of Homeric epics on the cultural imagination, while also offering contemporary interpretations that resonate with modern readers. The anthology showcases the collaborative efforts of various writers, each bringing their unique perspective to the mythic canon. These authors, deeply influenced by both classical texts and modern interpretations, work to revive the timeless themes of heroism, loyalty, and the struggles against fate, allowing today'Äôs audience to reconnect with ancient wisdom and the ethos of the past. This collection is a compelling recommendation for anyone interested in mythology, classic literature, or the timeless adventures that shape the human experience. "Half a Hundred Hero Tales" serves not only as a delightful read but also as a practical guide to the enduring lessons conveyed through these narratives, making it a valuable addition to the libraries of scholars, students, and lovers of narrative art.
Audiobook details
GenreFairy Tales and Folklore, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 18, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
27THE FLIGHT OF ÆNEAS FROM TROY
2PLUTO AND PROSERPINE
28ÆNEAS AND DIDO
3PAN AND SYRINX
29ÆNEAS IN HADES
4THE STORY OF PHAETON
30NISUS AND EURYALUS
5ARETHUSA
31ULYSSES IN HADES
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6THE STORY OF DAPHNE
32CIRCE'S PALACE
7DEUCALION AND PYRRHA
33ULYSSES AND THE CYCLOPS
8EPIMETHEUS AND PANDORA
34THE SIRENS
9EUROPA AND THE GOD-BULL
35THE STORY OF NAUSICAA
10CADMUS AND THE DRAGON'S TEETH
36THE HOMECOMING OF ULYSSES
11ORPHEUS AND EURYDICE
37BAUCIS AND PHILEMON
12HERCULES AND THE GOLDEN APPLES PART I. HERCULES AND THE OLD MAN OF THE SEA
38HYPERMNESTRA
13HERCULES AND THE GOLDEN APPLES PART II. HERCULES AND ATLAS
39ŒDIPUS AT COLONOS
14HERCULES AND NESSUS
40MIDAS
15THE QUEST OF THE GOLDEN FLEECE
41PERSEUS AND ANDROMEDA
16HOW THESEUS FOUND HIS FATHER
42MELEAGER AND ATALANTA
17THESEUS AND THE WITCH MEDEA
43THE STORY OF DÆDALUS AND ICARUS
18THESEUS GOES TO SLAY THE MINOTAUR
44SCYLLA, THE DAUGHTER OF NISUS
19THESEUS AND ARIADNE
45THE STORY OF PYRAMUS AND THISBE
20PARIS AND ŒNONE
46HERO AND LEANDER
21IPHIGENIA
47PYGMALION AND THE IMAGE (After William Morris)
22PROTESILAUS
48CEPHALUS AND PROCRIS
23THE DEATH OF HECTOR
49ECHO AND NARCISSUS
24THE WOODEN HORSE
50THE RING OF POLYCRATES
25THE SACK OF TROY
51ROMULUS AND REMUS: FOOTNOTES:
26THE DEATH OF AJAX
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