Mythology in Marble

The aim of this book has been to introduce some of the best specimens of mythologic sculpture to those who wish to become acquainted with things that add to the resources of a happy imagination, but who find it impracticable to study set treatises on «fossil theology,» or to consider the historical development of art. An unpretentious exposition of the myths has been given together with their popular interpretations. The poets, ever the best commentators on mythology and sculpture, are freely quoted. These metrical lines, relating either to the statues or the stories, may serve to stamp indelibly on the mind facts otherwise effaceable.