The Hesperides Tree

Download or read book The Oxford Handbook of Heracles written by Daniel Ogden and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Oxford Handbook of Heracles is the first large-scale guide to the rich myth-cycle of Heracles -- his Twelve Labors and so much more -- and to the pervasive impact of the hero upon Greek and Roman culture. Presenting, in 39 chapters, the authoritative work of international experts in a clear and well-structured format, this volume provides a convenient reference tool for scholars and offers an accessible starting-point for students.