A Handbook of Mythology: The Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome is a comprehensive guide to the myths and legends of two of the most influential ancient civilizations. Written by E. M. Berens and first published in 1886, this book provides a detailed exploration of the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of Greek and Roman mythology.The book is divided into two sections, one for Greek mythology and one for Roman mythology. Each section begins with an introduction to the history and culture of the respective civilization, followed by a thorough examination of the major deities and their stories. The book also includes sections on lesser-known gods and goddesses, as well as heroes and monsters.Throughout the book, Berens provides detailed descriptions of each character and their role in the mythology, as well as their relationships with other characters. He also explores the symbolism and meaning behind the myths, and how they were used to explain natural phenomena and human behavior.A Handbook of Mythology is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in learning more about Greek and Roman mythology. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or simply a fan of mythology, this book is sure to provide a wealth of information and insight into these fascinating ancient cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
E. M. Berens As the trees, plants, and owers owed their nourishment to their genial, fostering care, these divinities were regarded by the Greeks as special benefactors to mankind. Like all the nymphs, they possessed the gift of prophecy, for which reason many of the springs and fountains over which they presided were believed to inspire mortals who drank of their waters with the power of foretelling future events. The Naiades are intimately connected in idea with those owers which are called after them Nymph, or water-lilies, whose broad, green leaves and yellow cups oat upon the surface of the water, as though proudly conscious of their own grace and beauty. We often hear of the Naiades forming alliances with mortals, and also of their being wooed by the sylvan deities of the woods and dales.
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Dryades, or Tree Nymphs The tree nymphs partook of the distinguishing characteristics of the particular tree to whose life they were wedded, and were known collectively by the name of the Dryades. The H, or oak nymphs, represent in their peculiar individuality the quiet, self-reliant power which appears to belong essentially to the grand and lordly king of the forest. The B N is a melancholy maiden with oating hair, resembling the branches of the pale and fragile-looking tree which she inhabits. The B N is strong and sturdy, full of life and joyousness, and appears to give promise of faithful love and undisturbed repose, whilst her rosy cheeks, deep brown eyes, and graceful form bespeak health, vigour, and vitality.
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The nymph of the L T is represented as a little coy maiden, whose short silver-gray dress reaches a little below the knee, and displays to advantage her delicately formed limbs. The sweet face, which is partly averted, reveals a pair of large blue eyes, which appear to look at you with wondering surprise and shy mistrust; her pale, golden hair is bound by the faintest streak of rose-coloured ribbon. The tree nymph, being wedded to the life of the tree she inhabited, ceased to exist when it was either felled, or so injured as to wither away and die. Nymphs of the Valleys and Mountains Nap and Oreades The Nap were the kind and gentle nymphs of the valleys and glens who appear in the train of Artemis. They are represented as lovely maidens with 141 MM.168 MM.169 1191 1192 1193 1194 1195 1196 1197 1198 1199 [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] [ 5 ] [ 6 ] [ 7 ] The Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome
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E. M. Berens short tunics, which, reaching only to the knee, do not impede their swift and graceful movements in the exercise of the chase. Their pale brown tresses are fastened in a knot at the back of the head, whence a few stray curls escape over their shoulders. The Nap are shy as the fawns, and quite as frolicsome. The O, or mountain nymphs, who are the principal and constant companions of Artemis, are tall, graceful maidens, attired as huntresses. They are ardent followers of the chase, and spare neither the gentle deer nor the timid hare, nor indeed any animal they meet with in their rapid course. Wherever their wild hunt goes the shy Nap are represented as hiding behind the leaves, whilst their favourites, the fawns, kneel tremblingly beside them, looking up beseechingly for protection from the wild huntresses; and even the bold Satyrs dart away at their approach, and seek safety in ight.
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