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Greek Mythology Research Paper

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Since ancient times we have been writing tales to express the ways we live. Mythology is one of the greatest examples of that. Mythology not only tells a tale, but influences the stories we know, the morals we have come to follow, and also explain the way things are in life. Mythology greatly affects our modern society, especially from the Greek culture. First off, stories like Pyramus and Thisbe influenced Shakespeare to write Romeo and Juliet. Our space programs were even named after Greek/Roman deities. Secondly, behind each story, lies some form a moral or lesson. In the example of Pyramus and Thisbe, their love drove them mad, and they both committed suicide. It explained the recklessness of teenagers, and how their minds work. Finally,

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