Greco-Roman gods are more like modern politicians than awesome deities. Their aura of mystery and power is always springing a leak because they behave like spoiled children: they are jealous, petty and unfair, wielding their great power despotically, to say the least. These facts plus the increasing sophistication of the Greeks and Romans were bound to produce a certain cynicism.

Classical mythology should not be approached with the deadly seriousness usually connected with the great religions of the modern day. This little book conveys both the amused and tolerant attitude toward the gods and the great importance given to their place in society.

Praise for Gods and Other Odd Creatures
“I like the way you have retold these timeless tales. So what if you blow a little of the marble dust off these ancient deities? It does them good and serves them right.”
 -Dr. Neill Payne

“I loved ‘Gods and Other Odd Creatures’ and laughed out loud at the wonderful little turns of phrase. It displays an amazing breadth of learning and a distinctive brand of wit and humour.”
-Lindsay Cooper, Latin teacher in Australia

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144 Pages - Softcover - 6" X 9"
ISBN 0-9779808-1-2