British Museum Pocket Dictionary Heroes & Heroines of Ancient Gre
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British Museum Pocket Dictionary Heroes & Heroines of Ancient Gre by Richard Woff
A handy reference guide to the heroes and heroines of Greek myth. This pocket dictionary highlights the famous protagonists of Greek myth and legend, including Heracles and his twelve mighty labours; Jason and Medea; Perseus, who vanquished the Gorgon Medusa and saved Andromeda from the sea monster; Bellerophon, the rider of the winged horse Pegasus; Achilles, hero of the Trojan War; and many more. An A-Z contents list enables the reader to find their favourite hero. Each entry is illustrated with colour photographs of sculptures, vase paintings, terracottas, germs and other depictions.
Richard Woff is Deputy Head of the Education Department of The British Museum. He was previously a teacher and, for sixteen years, Lecturer in Education at the University of London. His publications for children include The Ancient Greek Olympics (BMP 1999).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780714131030 |
| ISBN 10 | 0714131032 |
| Title | British Museum Pocket Dictionary Heroes & Heroines of Ancient Gre |
| Author | Richard Woff |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | British Museum Press |
| Year published | 2005-01-31 |
| Number of pages | 48 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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