A Historical Account Of The Heathen Gods And Heroes, Necessary For The Understanding Of The Ancient Poets (1772)

""A Historical Account Of The Heathen Gods And Heroes, Necessary For The Understanding Of The Ancient Poets"" is a book written by William King and published in 1772. It is a comprehensive study of the mythology and legends surrounding the gods and heroes of ancient Greece and Rome. The book provides a detailed account of the origins, characteristics, and exploits of the major deities and legendary figures of these ancient civilizations. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding these myths and legends in order to fully appreciate the works of the ancient poets, such as Homer and Virgil. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific gods and heroes, including Zeus, Apollo, Athena, Hercules, and Achilles, among others. King draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, historical accounts, and archaeological evidence, to provide a well-rounded and detailed account of these figures. He also provides commentary and analysis throughout the book, offering his own insights and interpretations of the myths and legends. Overall, ""A Historical Account Of The Heathen Gods And Heroes, Necessary For The Understanding Of The Ancient Poets"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the mythology and legends of ancient Greece and Rome, as well as for those studying the works of the ancient poets.Being An Improvement Of Whatever Has Been Hitherto Written By The Greek, Latin, And English Authors, Upon That Subject.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.