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  • 12 Labors of Hercules - This page is about the mighty Hercules. It has direct translations of his labors from latin texts. Also included is information on Hercules' appearance in pop culture.
  • 15 Ancient Greek Heroes from Plutarch's Lives - by Wilmot H. McCutchen; focuses on the classic biographies of Theseus, Lycurgus, Solon, Aristides, Pericles, Nicias, Agesilaus, Pelopidas, Dion, Timoleon, Alexander the Great, Phocion, Pyrrhus, Agis, and Philopoemen.
  • Aara Suksi, Greek Language and Literature - Aara Suksi, Assistant Professor, Greek Language and Literature, University of Alberta, Canada including part of a thesis on Odysseus. Links to resources about Ancient myth, art, and literature.
  • about.com guide - by N.S. Gill; directory of information about Greece (not history specific) until 476 AD
  • Achilles, Legendary Greek Hero - Biography of Achilles, the hero of Homer's Iliad and the greatest of Greek warriors.
  • Acroliths in Greek sculpture - Brief description of acroliths in plastic art, as developed by the ancient Greeks.
  • Alexander III of Macedon (356-323 B.C.), the Great - Alexander accomplished greater deeds than any, not only of the kings who had lived before him but also of those who were to come later down to our time.
  • Alexander the Great and the Gordian Knot - A selection of pictures, including an original painting by the webmaster, and text about this incident.
  • Alexander the Great on the Web - An exhaustive catalogue of links and images about Alexander the Great. Also covers related aspects of Greek, Macedonian, Hellenistic and Persian art, history and culture.
  • Alexander the Great Project - Alexander accomplished greater deeds than any, not only of the kings who had lived before him but also of those who were to come later down to our time. by J.J. Popovic
  • Amazons in Greek Mythology - A summary on the myth of the ancient female warriors and notable Amazon leaders.
  • Ancient Art - Greece - Detroit Institute of Arts : Permanent Collection. Introduction and some very good images.
  • Ancient Greece - The State Hermitage Museum: Collection Highlights. This collection spans the period from 2000 BC to 4th century AD. The Hermitage has one of the richest collections of painted vases in the world. Illustrated.
  • Ancient Greece - Greek Mythology - Information about Greece, chat rooms, on-line games, sports, history, mythology, news. A complete guide to the Greek culture.
  • Ancient Greece for Children ( 430 BCE ) - A family from Sparta and a family from Athens are at war. Follow their fortunes through good and bad. Discover what it was like to live in Greece circa 430 BCE, how democracy gave way to tyranny; how Alcibiades kept changing sides.
  • Ancient Greece for Young Students - Created by Portland State sophomores primarily for the use of middle school students (ages 11-14) investigating the Classical period.
  • Ancient Greece Links - Annotated links to literature, archaeology, and associations from e-Classics.
  • Ancient Greece.com - Concentrating on the Illiad and the Odyssey of Homer, this site includes etext versions of both works, as well as in-depth information from the Heroic Age-Archaic Age.
  • Ancient Greek (Hellenic) Links - Over 100 essential sites focused on Ancient Greece. Includes Greek Mythology and other sites that help put the myths and legends in context within Greek culture.
  • Ancient Greek Links - Provided by "Medea the Musical", this is a well known and frequently updated catalog of links focused on texts, art, geography and other essential Ancient Hellenic resources.
  • Ancient Greek World : Introduction - The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology has created this detailed interpretation of Greek art and material culture.
  • Ani's Greek Mythology - Find out all about Greek mythology. An explanation of what Greek mythology is all about and how it started, characteristics of the most important gods Greek in mythology, and read some famous myths.
  • Apollo - Απόλλων - Good short introduction to Apollo.
  • Apollo and Dionysus - Nietzsche describes Apollo as god of the plastic arts, a shining, precise, master of sculptural appearance, illusion, and contemplation. Apollo gives measured restraint in the poetry of dreams, and creates representations of individuation, by R.H. Albright.
  • Apollo- Mythological God - Apollo, Ancient Mylogical God of the Sun.
  • archaic and classical Greece - by Richard Hooker; summarizes history, philosophy, arts and provides maps of cities and regions of the ancient atlas.
  • Artemis - Artemis, the Greek Moon Goddess
  • AthenaGray's Mythology Page - Information on Greek mythology, and other myths.
  • Berkeley's Classics Library - a few but rare classic works
  • Biblioteca Arcana - Greek Theory, Rituals, Divination, Hymns, Poetry.
  • Birth of Greek Art - Good introduction to the periods and types of Greek Art - illustrated.
  • Character Glossary of Classical Mythology - The Character glossary provides information about a great number of figures, including geneological maps that illustrate how the figure is related to other mythological beings.
  • Characters of Greek Mythology - This site provides a description of the gods, goddesses, nymphs, and creatures of Greek Mythology, as well as fun stuff like planets, constellations, word origins, mythical clipart, and beautiful artwork to aid the imagination.
  • Chiron and Hercules in Hell - Useful article on a character not often discussed in detail, Chiron the centaur, and longer article on Hercules in hell.
  • Christopher's Athens - Created by classicist Christopher Planeaux, these personal web pages study ancient Athens and Plato and offer information about Indiana University's faculty of classical studies.
  • Circe's Isle - A page dedicated to the powerful woman, sorceress, and witch Circe.
  • Classical Myth: Apollo: Texts - This page draws together text references to Apollo from the original Greek sources (in translation).
  • Classical Myth: The Ancient Sources - This site is designed to draw together the ancient texts and images available on the Web concerning the major figures of Greek and Roman mythology.
  • Classical Mythology - "Eventually I hope that this database will provide convenient access to the most important images (classical and later) used in CLA 212. The use of hypertext also makes it possible to show how the myths link with each other, whether through their characters, the places involved or through themes."
  • Classical Mythology : Words/Phrases Glossary - A listing of common Greek Mythology terms and their definitions.
  • Classical Mythology by Geography - This site lends a geographical view of mythology, bringing a connection between geography, and mythology.
  • Classical Mythology Online - Summaries of the myths covered, an analysis of the myths, and activities that include short answer questions. Also a bibliography of related sources, and even a practice quiz that is graded automatically.
  • Daily Life in Ancient Greek Art - prepared for a Seminar given by Dr. Sonia Klinger, Department of Art History. 1996-1997. University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel
  • Delphic Oracle Site - Beautiful pictures of the site itself and statues of the Gods and Goddesses.
  • Descendant of the Gods - A unique family tree of gods, spirits, and other characters.
  • Dionysos - Description of the God Dionysos with quotations, and a bibliography.
  • Dionysos E-Groups Discussion Forum - Discussion group centered around Dionysos.
  • Dionysus Links - Links to information on Dionysos, Dionysus, Bacchus, and his many other names.
  • Elysium - Site for students, newcomer or teachers interested in greek mythology. An introduction like a Cartoon. A serious part that combines all elements of the greek mythology.
  • Family Tree of Greek Gods and Goddesses - A visual geneology list of the Greek gods and goddesses.
  • Gods of Mythology - This site is designed to draw together the ancient texts and images available on the Web concerning the major figures of Greek and Roman mythology. This specific page contains links to the pages on the Olympian gods.
  • Graduate Education in Classics - an interesting, ongoing discussion in the shared sense that graduate education in Classics needs to be rethought
  • Greek Art - Greek Art - over 200 images of artwork from the Haifa University
  • Greek God Sim Game - You've heard of the Gods now you get to own one. Here at Mt.Olympus.
  • Greek Gods - Table of the Gods and Goddesses some with descriptions.
  • Greek Gods/Goddesses - A to D - A mythological dictionary with short but useful descriptions of the Greek Gods.
  • Greek Gods/Goddesses - E to P - A mythological dictionary with short but useful descriptions of the Greek Gods.
  • Greek Gods/Goddesses - R to Z - A mythological dictionary with short but useful descriptions of the Greek Gods.
  • Greek Gods/Goddesses: Mythography
  • Greek Lovers and Legends - Brought to you by the Mythography site in encyclopedic form.
  • Greek Mythology - Personal site celebrating the richness and imagination of the Greek Myths in all their variety
  • Greek Mythology - Hercules - The life of ancient Greek hero Hercules or Herakles.
  • Greek Mythology : MythWeb - This site is dedicated to the heroes, gods and monsters of Greek mythology.
  • Greek Mythology Campfire - Forum devoted to discussing all aspects of Greek Mythology.
  • Greek Mythology Campfire Forum - Forum and live chat devoted to Greek Mythology.
  • Greek Mythology Link - The material offered on Greek mythology includes text, images, tables and maps.
  • Greek Mythology Places - Places in the Greek Myths - Mt Olymous, The Underworld, Tartarus with additional links.
  • Greek Mythology: A Look Back in Time - A Thinkquest site all about Greek mythology. Includes Greek gods, Titans, and heroes.
  • Greek Mythology: Chapters in Pre-History - A new look at the myths of the Greek seen as portions of a much older, lost historical tradition. A detailed on-line book by William Harris, Professor Emeritus, Middlebury College.
  • Greek Pantheon - This site is about Greek mythology but with an emphasis on the creation myths.
  • Greek vs. Norse Mythology - Greek mythology and Roman mythology are almost identical. However, it is very interesting to note that the mythology of the Vikings (Norse) has many similarities with the Greek myths too.
  • Hecate - Introduction to Hecate, her companions, and sacred times and places.
  • Hellenistic Art - After the death (323 BC) of Alexander the Great, his extensive empire was dissolved into many different kingdoms. This fragmentation was symbolic of the diversity and multiplicity of artistic tendencies in the Hellenistic period.
  • Hephaestus or Vulcan, Artisan of the Gods - An in-depth mythological, psychological, and spiritual portrait of Hephaestus/Vulcan, with pictures and quotes, by Tracy Marks. (Torrey Philemon of Ancient Sites online community)
  • Hephaistion - Philalexandros - Learn about Hephaistion, the best friend and general of Alexander the Great. Detailed history, images, and more.
  • Herodotus Commentary - by John Kitson; commentaries and model essays on Herodotus' works which present an essential tool for any historian studying for interest, or A-levels or degrees in ancient history.
  • Hesiod, the Homeric Hymns and Homerica - Part of the Online Medieval and Classical Library.
  • Hieron Mysteria - Website dedicated to Hellenic polytheism, its history and practice. Includes links to many other Hellenic polytheist sites and references.
  • historical overview - by Thomas R. Martin; a starting point of the Perseus project, this excellent hypertext covers ancient Greece from the Bronze age to Alexander's death.
  • History of Alexander the Great - An extensive biography of Alexander the Great and his conquests, policies, and personal life.
  • Illustrated Encyclopedia of Greek Mythology - Illustrated encyclopedia of Greek Mythology with short articles on each God or myth.
  • introduction - by Alexiou enterprises; a set of introductory documents offering the basic facts in a quick and attractive way
  • Introduction to ancient Greek Classics - by Anthony F. Beavers; a lively exploration to the classic Hellenic way of thinking
  • IPL Pathfinder: Greek Mythology - This guide is designed to help you find information about Greek mythology and mythological characters using the Internet and/or your local public library.
  • Jason and the Argonauts - by Vasilis Haskas; commentary on the facts behind the myth
  • Liturgy of Love (A poem about Philotes) - "The Liturgy of Love" by Epaphroditus. (Proclamation of the Order of Philotes)
  • Lost Story of Alexander the Great - Dubious biography and mythology surrounding Alexander.
  • Major Divinities in Greek Mythology Link - A list of the major Greek divinities listed in a table, hyperlinked format.
  • MIT's Classics Library - english translations
  • Mithridates on the Web - Links to history, art, literature and music concerning Mithridates Eupator, King of Pontus.
  • Mythman - Greek Mythology - Modern style re-telling of the Greek Myths. A new one each month. Illustrated and in a fun style.
  • Mythmedia - Mythology in Western Art - A collection of art images relating to Classical mythology.
  • Mythography - An exploration of greek, roman, and celtic mythology, and art. The site features extensive information, recommended resources, and a message forum.
  • Mythological Chronology - Greek Mythology timeline.
  • Mythological Table - Six versions of the Creation of the World
  • Mythology Project - Sketches of many of the Gods and Goddesses, first beings, and heros.
  • Myths and Legends - Large list of Greek and Roman resources from Christopher Siren's well-researched site.
  • Myths of Creation - Visual depiction of the different creation myths.
  • Olympianism: The Olympians - A run down of the principle greek gods.
  • Origins of the Greek Alphabet - The origins and development of the first alphabet that became the basis for all other European alphabets.
  • Overview of Late Antiquity - "Ideology, Identity and Empire; The Greeks," by Steven Muhlberger.
  • Peloponnesian War - by Thukydides (english translation by Richard Crawley); this mighty treatise is not only a primary source of information about the war but one those which defined the framework of Historic Science as well
  • Perseus Project - Frazer's summary of Apollodorus' handbook of Greek mythology all aspects of ancient texts, and including a superb image library.
  • Perseus Project: Classics Library - english translations in hypertext
  • Polis - Studies early political culture through the foundations of the Greek city-state during 700-500 BC.
  • Principal Gods Family Tree - From Edith Hamiltion's Mythology, with clickable links to each God and Goddess.
  • Rediscovering your Muses - Article on the history of the Muses and their relevance to women today. By Tracy Marks, Torrey Philemon of Ancient Sites online community.
  • Role of Women in Ancient Greek Art, - The Role of Women in Ancient Greek Art, from Amazons to Athena. A Discussion by Frederick John Kluth of Kent, Ohio
  • Shefton Museum of Greek Art and Archeology - Introduction to the museum located at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne (UK).
  • Temple of Zeus at Olympia - Good overview of this important temple and its role.
  • The Ancient Greek World - Greek Religion - Brief description of ancient Greek religious attitudes from the University of Pennsylvania Museum.
  • Artemis Ephesia - Ephesus and its goddess, Artemis Ephesia.
  • Demeter, the Thesmophoria, and the Eleusinian Mysteries - An illustrated introduction to these important topics in ancient Greek religious practice from Sarah M. Wilkes.
  • Dionysiac Mysteries and the Thesmophoria - The Dionysiac Mysteries and the Thesmophoria both gave women in Greece an opportunity to escape, even just for a short time, from the domestic women's sphere. By Lynne Aftuck.
  • the army of Alexander the Great - by Sander van Dorst; study of Ancient Greek warfare
  • The Classical Review - by Oxford University press; reviews of new work dealing with the literatures and civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome (registration required)
  • The Goddess Hekate in Greek Antiquity - Summer Townsend tracks the metamorphoses of Hekate from the Theogony onward.
  • The Gods and Goddesses of Greek Mythology - Contains information on the main gods and goddesses and the roles they played in both Greek and Roman mythology.
  • The Greek City-State and the Religious Festival - A brief examination of the religious dimension of the ancient Olympic games, from the Perseus Project.
  • Greek Religious Calendar - A list of the feasts and other religious events in the ancient Greek year.
  • A Hieron Mysteria - Historical overview of ancient Greek religion including calendar.
  • The Horned Owl Library: Hekate in Early Greek Religion - Robert Von Rudloff examines various faces of Hekate through her complex evolution.
  • The Muses - The Greek goddesses who preside over the arts and sciences and inspire those who excel at these pursuits, General introduction with links to other Gods and Goddesses.
  • The Real Story of the Ancient Olympic Games - The ancient Olympic Games were primarily a part of a religious festival in honor of Zeus.
  • The Shrine of the Goddess Athena - The Shrine of the Goddess Athena is a site completely dedicated to the Goddess Athena and Her cult.
  • Theseus (by Plutarch) - Abridged modern English version of Plutarch's life of Theseus, the founder of Athens.
  • Timeless Myths (Heroic Age) - Timeless Myths present to you Heroic Age. Read about the adventure of Heracles, Perseus, Theseus and many more.
  • Timeless Myths - Greek Mythology - Timeless Myths welcome you to Greek Mythology. This page is devoted to mostly Greek mythology with some Roman myths added to it. It contains famous characters of Greek deities, heroes and heroines, and rulers of ancient kingdoms. Timeless Myths recount event such as Seven against Thebes, the Argonauts and the Trojan War.
  • Timeless Myths - Pantheon - Pantheon contains summary of the Greek gods and goddesses, divided into categories: ancient Deities, Titans, Olympians and minor Deities. Also include the story of the Creation, Pandora, and the Deluge.
  • Timeline of Greek Classics - by Laurel Bowman
  • Torrey's Odyssey Journal - Tracy Marks (Torrey Philemon's) journal on the Odyssey, with many psychological insights, creative passages (Calypso's Isle, Odysseus in Hades), and links, including transcripts of numerous chats on the Odyssey sponsored by Ancient Sites Community.
  • UnMuseum - The Temple of Artemis - What happened to this great temple? And what happened to the city that hosted it? What turned Ephesus from a busy port of trade to a few shacks in a swamp?
  • Women in the Greek World - On-line material for a course on Women in the Greek World taught in the Department of Classics, University of Wales Lampeter: bibliographies, summaries of lectures, illustrations, links.
  • World History Compass: Ancient Greece - Links to sites and resources for Ancient Greece civilization.

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