Classical Studies: Dictionaries & Encyclopedias

The Dictionary contains illustrated explanations of names, technical terms, and other vocabulary relating to Greek history, myth, geography, art and architecture.

A dictionary, with examples, of 45 classical rhetorical/literary terms, from Alliteration to Zeugma.

A collection of Greek and Latin dictionaries, including LSJ and Lewis & Short, and other morphological and lexical searching tools.

A guide to terms of Classical and Renaissance rhetoric.

The largest dictionary of the Latin language, encompassing the use of Latin from its origin to the 7th century A.D.

This is an encyclopedia on mythology, folklore, legends, and more. It contains over 6000 definitions of gods and goddesses, supernatural beings and legendary creatures and monsters from all over the world.

Its 150 entries bring together expertise in classical studies, philosophy, literature, literary theory, cultural studies, speech, communications and performance studies in a comprehensive treatment of the art of persuasion. (Print copy available for checkout; call number PN172 .E52 2001.)

Mainly brief definitions for Greek and Latin terms.

The online, expanded and updated version of the 1998 print edition. Contains subject guides, links to new articles and updates, and full text search capability.

A site exploring Greek mythology and the gods in classical literature and art and providing a comprehensive reference guide to the gods (theoi), spirits (daimones), fabulous creatures (theres) and heroes of ancient Greek myth.

Peer-reviewed, open access resource of survey articles on all aspects of Egyptology. In progress.