Yet the concept of the lone genius hasn't lost its appeal, said Peter Conrad in The Observer: just look at the veneration ...

The myths gave us meaning.” The origin stories of Greek mythology, from the birth of Chaos to the ascent of Zeus, are retold with warmth and humour by British author and comedian Stephen Fry in his ...

Here's a pick of shows on offer around Newcastle, Northumberland and Durham, including a meet-and-greet with stars of The Sopranos, a Big Fat Greek Fest, circus skills, comedy and free treats ...

Les Oceanides, by Gustave Dore, 1860. The painting depicts the Oceanids mourning the suffering of Prometheus, who is chained to the cliff. Credit: Public Domain In Greek mythology, there are over ...

Greek mythology is full of artifacts endowed with supernatural powers, in addition to a myriad of unforgettable gods, demigods, creatures, and characters. These items are immensely varied. Some, like ...

Best Mythology Books for Kids and Teens Last updated: June 25, 2025 by Common Sense Media At some point during their grade school years, lots of kids go through a big mythology phase -- they can't get ...

Topics Diophantus, Alexandria, Mathematics, Greek, Fermat's theorem Publisher Cambridge : University Press Collection cdl; americana Contributor University of California Libraries Language English ...

Percy Jackson Book Series Last updated: June 28, 2025 by Common Sense Media In the mood for monsters and mythological heroes? Look no further than Rick Riordan 's fun, fast-paced Percy Jackson series, ...