Much of the mythology of Greece and Rome had to do with gods and heroes, as they tried to explain the origin and evolution of what surrounded mankind. The monsters and creatures were the natural nemeses of the heroes and gods, for struggle and combat made the stories much more interesting and fun. The monsters were terrible, and the creatures were merciless. However, the good guys always won in the end.

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Creatures and Monsters

Fables

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SOURCES:
Jane Smith
Edith Hamilton's Mythology
Bulfinch's Mythology
"Manual of Mythology" by Alexander S. Murray.