{"product_id":"hermes-robert-krugmann-2003-turkish-book-turkey-illustrated-by-turkish-artist","title":"Hermes – Robert Krugmann 2003 Turkish Book Turkey Illustrated by Turkish Artist","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"75\"\u003eRobert Krugmann – Hermes (Hermes) – Yurt Kitap Yayın Turkish Edition (2003)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"565\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis Turkish edition of Hermes by Robert Krugmann was published by Yurt Kitap Yayın in 2003. Printed in Turkish, the book explores the mythology, symbolism, and legendary narratives surrounding Hermes, one of the most dynamic and versatile deities of Ancient Greek mythology. The volume is especially notable for containing numerous illustrations created by Turkish illustrator Sait Munzur, whose artwork enriches the mythological atmosphere and visual identity of the work.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eThe book examines the myths and cultural significance of Hermes, the Olympian god associated with travel, communication, trade, trickery, speed, invention, language, and divine messages. Known as the swift messenger of the gods, Hermes occupied a unique role within Greek mythology as both a guide between worlds and a protector of travelers, merchants, and wanderers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eRobert Krugmann presents Hermes not only as a mythological deity but also as a symbolic embodiment of intelligence, adaptability, curiosity, diplomacy, and movement between boundaries. The work explores his relationships with Olympian gods, heroes, mortals, and supernatural realms, including his important role as the divine messenger and psychopomp guiding souls to the underworld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eParticular attention is given to Hermes’ legendary cleverness and mischievous nature, which appear in myths involving theft, deception, invention, and negotiation. One of the most famous stories concerns Hermes stealing Apollo’s cattle shortly after his birth, demonstrating both his cunning intelligence and extraordinary talent for persuasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003eThemes such as communication, freedom, travel, commerce, transformation, wit, and mediation appear throughout the narrative. Hermes’ mythology reflects how Ancient Greek civilization valued intelligence, adaptability, eloquence, and the ability to move between different worlds — both literal and symbolic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eThe work also explores Hermes’ cultural importance in relation to trade routes, diplomacy, athletic competition, writing, and the exchange of knowledge throughout the ancient Mediterranean world. Through these mythological traditions, Hermes became one of the great archetypes of movement, exchange, and intellectual flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eThe illustrated format significantly enhances the edition’s visual and collectible value. Numerous drawings by Turkish artist Sait Munzur depict Olympian gods, winged sandals, mythological journeys, sacred symbols, travelers, divine messages, and scenes from Hermes’ legendary world. These illustrations distinguish the volume as a visually unique Turkish mythology edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2940\"\u003eFor readers interested in Ancient Greek mythology, classical civilization, symbolism, and illustrated mythological works, this Turkish edition represents an accessible and visually engaging introduction to one of antiquity’s most fascinating Olympian gods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2982\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e• Author: Robert Krugmann\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003e• Original Title: Hermes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3033\"\u003e• Turkish Title: Hermes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e• Publisher: Yurt Kitap Yayın\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003e• Publication Date: 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3111\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3132\"\u003e• Format: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003e• Genre: Mythology; Classical Literature; Illustrated Narrative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003e• Subject: Hermes and Ancient Greek mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003e• Literary Content: Greek myths; Olympian legends; Mythological storytelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3324\" data-end=\"3345\"\u003e• Main Figure: Hermes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3424\"\u003e• Themes: Communication; Travel; Intelligence; Trade; Freedom; Transformation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003e• Mythological Elements: Divine messenger; Underworld guide; Winged sandals; Sacred symbols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3589\"\u003e• Cultural Scope: Ancient Greece and classical Mediterranean mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3697\"\u003e• Historical Importance: Explores one of the most versatile and influential gods of Ancient Greek religion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3699\" data-end=\"3769\"\u003e• Visual Features: Contains numerous illustrations throughout the book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3771\" data-end=\"3841\"\u003e• Illustrator: Artwork and illustrations by Turkish artist Sait Munzur\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3843\" data-end=\"3936\"\u003e• Educational Value: Introductory illustrated work on Greek mythology and symbolic archetypes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3938\" data-end=\"4055\"\u003e• Cultural Importance: Examines ancient concepts of communication, movement, diplomacy, and intellectual adaptability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4147\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Illustrated Turkish mythology edition featuring artwork by Sait Munzur\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49625454575754,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_1a958cc0-acad-4022-a40c-1e90375c7cdf.jpg?v=1782894029","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/hermes-robert-krugmann-2003-turkish-book-turkey-illustrated-by-turkish-artist","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}