Stories about the past fall into two major groups; myths and legends. Myths are set in a remote past, probably in a different world while legends are set in a recent past in the world of today. Both of them are considered real stories. Mythology books for teens comprise of a variety of myths from different cultures and civilizations in the world.
Mythology stories are relatable to many people in the world today. Although they may have a different setting from our modern world today, some things such as human relationships have not changed. The stories model human behaviour during certain events and situations and, therefore, are great reading materials for everyone including teenagers. People can learn about themselves in simply a secure and safe environment.
Myths may be stories from different parts of the world. They are stories about normal human interactions such as war, love, marriage and work. Most of them have a hero or heroine; someone who did something extraordinary for a greater good. They show culture, norms and customs of the particular society where the story is set.
Myths were not written down when they were first told. The creators told other people who told other people until the story came down to the generations that were able to read and write. As a result, there are bound to several stories describing the same people or event. As the story was handed generation to generation, some minor aspects changed or were exaggerated. In most stories, however, the significant aspects remain the same.
Mythologies emanate from hundreds of cultures across the world. Almost every oral culture had its set of myths and legends. Their initial purpose was to pass the time, inspire people and give hope during events. Some of the most popular stories told for generations till today are those from Egypt and Greece.
Greece stories tell of Greek heroes and heroines, cities, people, love, goddesses, gods, and events. A teenager reading some of these stories will learn about the great cities of Sparta and the magnificent city of Athens. There also numerous stories about gods and goddesses such as Athena and Zeus. The Greek people had many gods and goddesses, and each represented something in their lives such as war, fertility, agriculture or love.
Greek mythology also encompasses a great number of interesting people such as Helen of Troy, Achilles, Themistocles, and Xerxes. Egyptian myths may be a little different from Greek owing to the different culture but are equally intriguing and entertaining to read for any teenager. The stories of the Pharaohs, the pyramids, their gods, and heroes are also informative.
Myths are entertaining not only for teenagers but everyone, and that is probably why most of them have been adapted for cinema. However, reading them is a better experience as it allows one to connect with the people and events in this story. These books are available in most online bookshops which then makes them accessible to everyone across the globe.
Mythology stories are relatable to many people in the world today. Although they may have a different setting from our modern world today, some things such as human relationships have not changed. The stories model human behaviour during certain events and situations and, therefore, are great reading materials for everyone including teenagers. People can learn about themselves in simply a secure and safe environment.
Myths may be stories from different parts of the world. They are stories about normal human interactions such as war, love, marriage and work. Most of them have a hero or heroine; someone who did something extraordinary for a greater good. They show culture, norms and customs of the particular society where the story is set.
Myths were not written down when they were first told. The creators told other people who told other people until the story came down to the generations that were able to read and write. As a result, there are bound to several stories describing the same people or event. As the story was handed generation to generation, some minor aspects changed or were exaggerated. In most stories, however, the significant aspects remain the same.
Mythologies emanate from hundreds of cultures across the world. Almost every oral culture had its set of myths and legends. Their initial purpose was to pass the time, inspire people and give hope during events. Some of the most popular stories told for generations till today are those from Egypt and Greece.
Greece stories tell of Greek heroes and heroines, cities, people, love, goddesses, gods, and events. A teenager reading some of these stories will learn about the great cities of Sparta and the magnificent city of Athens. There also numerous stories about gods and goddesses such as Athena and Zeus. The Greek people had many gods and goddesses, and each represented something in their lives such as war, fertility, agriculture or love.
Greek mythology also encompasses a great number of interesting people such as Helen of Troy, Achilles, Themistocles, and Xerxes. Egyptian myths may be a little different from Greek owing to the different culture but are equally intriguing and entertaining to read for any teenager. The stories of the Pharaohs, the pyramids, their gods, and heroes are also informative.
Myths are entertaining not only for teenagers but everyone, and that is probably why most of them have been adapted for cinema. However, reading them is a better experience as it allows one to connect with the people and events in this story. These books are available in most online bookshops which then makes them accessible to everyone across the globe.
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