This is a thesis on Crete and its role in Greek culture and history by Theodore Arthur Buengner, first published in 1915. It explores in detail the role and significance of the Greek city in Grecian tradition, with information on everything from the Gods and other mythological figures to Ethnology and its colonies. Highly recommended for those with an interest in Crete and Greek history in general. Contents include "Introduction", "Sources", "Myths about the Gods", "Titans, Idaean Dactyls, Curetes", "Zeus", "Poseidon", "Apollo", "Hermes", "Hephaestus", "Dionysus", "Hera", "Demeter", "Athena", "Artemis", "Aphrodite", "Asclepius", "Helios", "Eileithyia", "Muses", "Other Gods", "Summary", "Myths about the Heroes", "Earliest Rulers of Crete", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete the original text and artwork.