8 Must-Read Greek Mythology Books For Every Mythology Lover

Akriti Mishra
Oct 01, 2024

The Odyssey

If you are new to Greek mythology, this is the best pick for you as this epic poem follows the hero Odysseus who he tries to return home from the Trojan War.

The Greek Myths

A detailed and interesting collection of possibly all the Greek myths, this book by Robert Graves offers interpretations of the myths and explores their historical and religious contexts.

Ithaka

This children’s book series written by Adele Geras is an essential read in relation to Greek mythology. This book tells the story of the women left behind after the end of the Trojan War.

Tales from Ovid

Ted Hughes retells stories from Ovid’s "Metamorphoses" in a modern and poetic way. Though originally Roman, many of these myths have deep roots in Greek mythology.

Antigone

Written by Sophocles, this ancient Greek tragedy follows Antigone, the daughter of Oedipus, who defies King Creon by burying her brother which leads to a conflict between personal conscience and state law.

The Children's Homer

A simplified retelling of Homer’s "Iliad" and "Odyssey," this version is aimed at younger readers but maintains the essence of the original epics. It's also another great introduction for those new to Greek mythology.

Theogony

One of the significant foundational works in Greek mythology, it describes the gods' origins and the world's creation. Hesiod’s text explores the hierarchy of the gods and their powers

The Aeneid

Virgil’s "Aeneid" is deeply connected to Greek mythology, particularly in its account of the fall of Troy and Aeneas' journey, which mirrors the themes from "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey."

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