Apollo (Paperback)

Paperback. APOLLO: LIGHT OF THE ANCIENT WORLDWhat does it mean to be the god of light, music, and prophecy? How does an immortal bear the weight of knowledge and the power to bring both healing and destruction?"Apollo: Light of the Ancient World" takes you on a journey to the depths of Greek mythology to meet the most complex god of Olympus. From his mysterious birth on Delos to his conquest of the Oracle at Delphi, Apollo was the deity who shaped the course of the ancient world.Within these pages, you will discover: The legendary battle with Python and the birth of the most sacred oracle.His relationship with music, poetry, and the arts.His dual nature: healer and slayer, wise and passionate.His significance in ancient religion and his enduring influence on modern thought.This book is the sixth instalment in the DOZEN + 1: Greek Gods Series - a journey of knowledge for every lover of history, culture, and ancient myth.Let the light of Apollo guide you! This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …