A retelling of sixteen Greek myths includes tales about Psyche, Bellerophon, Perseus, King Midas, and Narcissus.
The novel delves into themes of courage, wisdom, and the complexities of human nature as characters face challenges and make choices that shape their destinies.
Originally published in 1896, this is an unusual collection of Old Greek Fairy Tales. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.
A delightful collection of old Greek myths and legends. Kingsleyâe(tm)s first book for children, it discusses various aspects of natural history along with the myths. Captivating!
MY DEAR CHILDREN, Some of you have heard already of the old Greeks; and all of you, as you grow up, will hear more and more of them.
All the same he was a noisy, merry, laughing child, and Hermes took him in his arms with delight, wrapped him in the soft skins of the wild hares, and carried him to Olympus. Zeus had just returned, and he welcomed Hermes, and smiled at ...
MY DEAR CHILDREN, Some of you have heard already of the old Greeks; and all of you, as you grow up, will hear more and more of them.
The most famous collectors of these classic tales were Jacob and Wilhem Grimm, or as they are more widely known, the Brothers Grimm. As German scholars searching for cultural stories passed down throughout cities and villages all over ...
The Greek Fairy Tale Of Perseus is a classic book written by Charles Kingsley. The book is a retelling of the famous Greek mythological story of Perseus, the son of Zeus and Danae.
Here is the stuff legends are made of in 25 of the most beloved tales from Greek mythology, complemented with gorgeous illustrations by artist Tinou Le Joly Senoville.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations.