

An edition of Words from the Myths (1961)
By Isaac Asimov
Publish Date
1961
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Language
eng
Pages
180
Description:
A large portion of Greek mythology organized around a specific themes, and the impact of mythological words and phrases on our present day language. Hundreds of words in daily use are surrounded by enchanting stories that will interest younger readers. The myths, interesting in themselves, are used to illustrate a particular English word or concept.
subjects: History, Language, Myth, Myths, Greek, Foreign elements, Greek language, Greek Mythology, Foreign words and phrases, Influence on English, English language, Etymology, Juvenile literature, English language, foreign words and phrases, Mythology, classical, Mythology, greek, juvenile literature, English language, etymology, Children's fiction, Fantasy fiction, Mythology, Vocabulary, English language, terms and phrases