Stories of Old Greece and Rome

"Stories of Old Greece and Rome" by Emilie K. Baker is a compilation of ancient myths that bring to life the gods, heroes, and significant characters from Greek and Roman times. The tales explore themes of love, desire, and what it means to be human through characters like Jupiter, Apollo, Venus, Pandora, and Deucalion. The book starts with Jupiter watching humanity from Mount Olympus and tells the story of Prometheus, who steals fire for humans and is punished, beginning a series of stories involving creation, results of actions, and how humans and gods interact.