Until you’ve consumed all of the best Mythology books, can you even claim to be a true fan?
- Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes (2011)
- Mythology: Classic stories from the Greek, Celtic, Norse, Japanese, Hindu, Chinese, Mesopotamian and Egyptian Mythology (2019)
- D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths (1992)
- Norse Mythology (2018)
- The Meridian Handbook of Classical Mythology (1974)
- The Power of Myth (1991)
- Mythologies: The Complete Edition, in a New Translation (2013)
- Olympians Boxed Set: Zeus, Athena, Hera, Hades, Poseidon & Aphrodite (2014)
- Classical Mythology: Images and Insights (2007)
- Egyptian Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Goddesses, and Traditions of Ancient Egypt (2004)
- Norse Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Norse Folklore Including Fairy Tales, Legends, Sagas and Myths of the Norse Gods and Heroes (2018)
- Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Greek Mythology, Egyptian Mythology, Norse Mythology, Celtic Mythology and Roman Mythology (2017)
Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes (2011)
Edith Hamilton’s mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture-the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present.We follow the drama of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus.
Mythology: Classic stories from the Greek, Celtic, Norse, Japanese, Hindu, Chinese, Mesopotamian and Egyptian Mythology (2019)
Do you know how many wives Zeus had? Or how the famous Trojan War was caused by one beautiful lady? Or how Thor got his hammer?Give your imagination a real treat. This Mega Mythology Collection is for you. Get 8 books with the price of 3 today!
D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths (1992)
“I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven.”—R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder. In print for over fifty years, D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers.
Norse Mythology (2018)
“Remarkable.… Gaiman has provided an enchanting contemporary interpretation of the Viking ethos.”―Lisa L.
The Meridian Handbook of Classical Mythology (1974)
An ideal resource for students, teachers, librarians, writers, and readers of great literature, the Meridian Handbook has set the standard for over three decades as the classic guide to the myths of Greece and Rome. From Athena to Zeus, Abantes to Zninthe, the epic heroes and gods who inhabit the pantheon of great literature are covered in fascinating detail. Complete stories and short identifications of characters, events, place names, and constellations are included.
The Power of Myth (1991)
The Power of Myth launched an extraordinary resurgence of interest in Joseph Campbell and his work. A preeminent scholar, writer, and teacher, he has had a profound influence on millions of people–including Star Wars creator George Lucas.
Mythologies: The Complete Edition, in a New Translation (2013)
“No denunciation without its proper instrument of close analysis,” Roland Barthes wrote in his preface to Mythologies. There is no more proper instrument of analysis of our contemporary myths than this book―one of the most significant works in French theory, and one that has transformed the way readers and philosophers view the world around them.Our age is a triumph of codification. We own devices that bring the world to the command of our fingertips.
Olympians Boxed Set: Zeus, Athena, Hera, Hades, Poseidon & Aphrodite (2014)
By Zeus, it’s Athena, Hera, Hades, Poseidon, and Aphrodite! This sturdy boxed set includes paperback editions of the first six Olympians books by multiple New York Times–bestselling author/illustrator George O’Connor. Holy Hera, it’s got a free poster! Collectors will adore this package, with lots of new artwork and the complete Olympians family tree on the free poster. Plus, the boxed set is also a great way for classrooms to get all six books at once. Aphrodite Almighty, what a value!
Classical Mythology: Images and Insights (2007)
Classical Mythology: Images and Insights grew out of the authors’ many years of teaching Greek and Roman myth to undergraduates at California State University, Sacramento.
Egyptian Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Goddesses, and Traditions of Ancient Egypt (2004)
From stories of resurrected mummies and thousand-year-old curses to powerful pharaohs and the coveted treasures of the Great Pyramids, ancient Egypt has had an unfaltering grip on the modern imagination.
Norse Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Norse Folklore Including Fairy Tales, Legends, Sagas and Myths of the Norse Gods and Heroes (2018)
The stories from Norse mythology linger in our culture today. Four days of our week are named after members of the Norse pantheon (Tyr, Woden (Odin), Thor and Frigg). Wagner’s Ring Cycle has kept one version of one of the great Norse stories alive in the minds of music lovers. Readers of modern fantasy will find many echoes of the Norse tales as well.
Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Greek Mythology, Egyptian Mythology, Norse Mythology, Celtic Mythology and Roman Mythology (2017)
The broad arc of the first manuscript takes us from the dim beginnings of creation as seen in the Greek mythology.
Best Mythology Books: The Ultimate List
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Classical Mythology: The Basics
Author(s): Richard Martin
ID: 2302310, Publisher: Routledge, Year: 28 April 2016, Size: 2 Mb, Format: epub
A New Gnosis: Comic Books, Comparative Mythology, and Depth Psychology
Author(s): David M. Odorisio
ID: 3567295, Publisher: Palgrave Pivot, Year: 2023, Size: 12 Mb, Format: pdf
The Occult Truths of Myths and Legends: Greek and Germanic Mythology: Richard Wagner in the Light of Spiritual Science
Author(s): Rudolf Steiner
ID: 3647663, Publisher: Rudolf Steiner Press, Year: 2023, Size: 1 Mb, Format: epub
Please note that this booklist is not definite. Some books are really record-breakers according to Los Angeles Times, others are drafted by unknown writers. On top of that, you can always find additional tutorials and courses on Coursera, Udemy or edX, for example. Are there any other relevant books you could recommend? Leave a comment if you have any feedback on the list.