Percy Jackson is a big one
Yes, Greek mythology continues to influence modern American society through literature, art, and popular culture. Many references to Greek myths can be found in books, movies, and television shows, demonstrating the enduring impact of these ancient stories on contemporary society. Additionally, themes and characters from Greek mythology often serve as inspiration for modern art and creative expression.
Literature
In the present, you can find books or films based upon Greek Mythology.
because he goes on the internet and reads books on greek mythology
Homer was a blind poet who wrote the Odyssey and the Iliad. Both of these books had bits and pieces of Greek mythology in them.
(The title really is just Mythology)
Hades, the Greek god of the underworld, appears in various ancient Greek texts, such as Homer's "Iliad" and "Odyssey." He also plays a significant role in works like Hesiod's "Theogony" and Euripides' play "Alcestis." Additionally, Hades is a prominent figure in modern retellings of Greek mythology in books such as Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson" series.
bunch of books, especially by rick riordan
Your local library should have some, or online.
The chronological order of Rick Riordan's Greek mythology books is as follows: "The Lightning Thief," "The Sea of Monsters," "The Titan's Curse," "The Battle of the Labyrinth," and "The Last Olympian."
Greek Mythology is just like the stories we tell today in books, films etc, and played the same role in the entertainment of the Ancient Greeks.
There are actually many books on Greek Mythology. Some popular ones include:Mythology (by Edith Hamilton)D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths (by Ingri D'Aulaire)The Complete World of Greek Mythology (by R. G. A. Buxton)See the 'related links' for more Greek myth books.