Asklepios, the god of healing. Prometheus, the Titan. The mysteries of the Cabiri. And Hermes, the cunning god of travelers. In long out-of-print studies, Karl Kerényi explores four figures of action and significance, illuminated by poetry, the testimonies of cult, the visual arts, and their sites. From the wealth of ancient culture, Kerényi's essays create a vibrant panorama of the most influential world of gods and heroes in human history.