Mind-expanding and entertaining, this book charts 100 key characters in Greco- Roman mythology, from the primordial deities to the great gods of Olympus and the shadowy inhabitants of Hades. Addressing universal themes such as love, jealousy, anger, ambition, deceit, and beauty, their stories are as relevant today as they were then.
The book provides a rich exploration of life in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, drawing from Jane Austen's novels, letters, biographies, memoirs, and newspapers. It features unpublished materials from The Jane Austen Society, offering unique insights into the social and cultural context of Austen's time. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the influences that shaped her work and the experiences of individuals during this historical period.
Set against the backdrop of the late Georgian and early Regency periods, this historically accurate novel explores the life of Jane Austen and her family during a time of social and political upheaval. It offers a compelling portrayal of their real experiences, enriched by meticulous historical research, providing insight into the personal and societal influences that shaped Austen's writing and legacy.
With stories of British monarchs from pre-Roman times to the present day, the pious and the wicked, the wise and the weak, the timid and the tyrannical are all revealed in this intriguing collection.
Kniha popisuje fascinující historii řeckých a římských bohů a je doplněna o mnoho barevných ilustrací.