The Library of Greek Mythology

Ever feel lost in the tangled web of Greek myths? Get ready to master the entire epic saga, from the creation of the cosmos to the heroic quests of Heracles and the tragic fall of Troy, all in one place. You’ll discover the definitive family tree of the gods, finally connecting Zeus, Hera, and all the Olympians. This summary untangles the complex tales and legendary figures, giving you a clear, chronological guide to the foundational stories of Western culture.

A student of the great Aristarchus of Samothrace, Apollodorus of Athens was one of the most esteemed grammarians and scholars of the second century BCE. As a leading intellectual figure in both Alexandria and Pergamon, he dedicated his life to compiling and organizing the vast, scattered tales of Greek myth. His work, The Library, was a monumental effort to create a single, comprehensive handbook of mythology, preserving these foundational stories for all future generations in a clear and systematic form.