Heroes of Greek Mythology

by Charles Kingsley

Overview

"Heroes of Greek Mythology" is Charles Kingsley's retelling of classic stories from Greek mythology. The work focuses primarily on the exploits of three heroic figures from Greek mythology, Perseus, Jason (and the Argonauts), and Theseus. Aimed at a younger audience, this classic collection of tales is rich with a spirit of adventure and fantasy that dominated early mythological tales. With nearly 60 illustrations reproduced from the original edition "Heroes of Greek Mythology" is a classic little book that will delight readers both young and old.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781420937046
Publisher:	Digireads.com Publishing
Publication date:	01/01/2010
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	71 MB
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Table of Contents

The First Story—Perseus
I. How Perseus and his Mother came to Seriphos
II. How Perseus vowed a Rash Vow
III. How Perseus slew the Gorgon
IV. How Perseus came to the Æthiops
V. How Perseus came Home again
The Second Story—The Argonauts
I. How the Centaur trained the Heroes on Pelion
II. How Jason lost his Sandal in Anauros
III. How they built the Ship "Argo" in Iolcos
IV. How the Argonauts sailed to Colchis
V. How the Argonauts were driven into the Unknown Sea
VI. What was the End of the Heroes?
The Third Story—Theseus
I. How Theseus lifted the Stone
II. How Theseus slew the Devourers of Men
III. How Theseus slew the Minotaur
IV. How Theseus fell by his Pride