"The angriest gods...The bravest mortals...The 40 most iconic Greek gods and heroes of all time are here! Learn how the Greek mythology sparked humankind's imagination and why these epic stories have been retold for thousands of years. Meet the king of the gods and the ruler of the seas, uncover the horrors of the underworld, discover the allure of Aphrodite, and learn about the triumphs and tragedies that befell the ancient world's biggest stars. Each god, mortal, and monster in a legend in their own right, but who will you choose as your hero?"--Back cover.