Opening Pandora's Box

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Are you as rich as Croesus?Or do you work like a Trojan in spartan conditions?Classically derived expressions are commonly used in our everyday language, yet many of us have little understanding of the Greek and Roman history and legends that inspired them. This book contains the stories behind such phrases as 'Achilles' heel', 'Midas touch' and 'halcyon days'.'Entertaining and informative, this book provides a fascinating and useful introduction to classical mythology, history and culture' - The Oldie