Perseus Kills His Grandfather

Perseus Kills His Grandfather

Author: Richard L Pastore

Publisher:

Published: 2021-04-23

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13:

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Richard L Pastore offers up a light-hearted rendition of the original tale of Perseus, complete with gods and gorgons. The story begins with Acrisius, king of Argos, discovering he will have a grandson who is predestined to kill him. That child, Perseus, reaches adulthood and, with the aid of two gods, embarks on a quest taking him to the edges of the ancient Hellenic world.


Perseus and Medusa

Perseus and Medusa

Author: Blake A. Hoena

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2014-07-01

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1496500202

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In this graphic retelling of the Greek myth, young Perseus is ordered to slay Medusa, a monster whose gaze turns men into solid stone.


Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome

Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome

Author: E. M. Berens

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2021-08-02

Total Pages: 245

ISBN-13:

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"Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome " is a comprehensive mythology collection, presenting all the major and minor gods of Rome and Greece, with descriptions of festivals and retellings of major mythological stories. The author, thoroughly details each Greek and Roman god, goddess, hero, demi-god and creature and gives the reader a clear and succinct idea of the religious beliefs of the ancients. An exceptional book for those interested in Greek or Roman mythology.


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology

Author: Kevin Osborn

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 9780028623856

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An introduction to Greek and Roman mythology provides explanations of all the gods and their roles, origins of the myths and theories on who wrote them, and the function of myths in society


Perseus and the Gorgon Medusa

Perseus and the Gorgon Medusa

Author: Geraldine McCaughrean

Publisher:

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9781860395314

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A retelling of the Greek tale of how Perseus, a good and brave young man, is helped by the gods to cut off the head of the monster Gorgon Medusa. Suggested level: primary.


Perseus

Perseus

Author: Daniel Ogden

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2008-02-19

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1134090625

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The son of Zeus, Perseus belongs in the first rank of Greek heroes. Indeed to some he was a greater hero even than Heracles. With the help of Hermes and Athena he slew the Gorgon Medusa, conquered a mighty sea monster and won the hand of the beautiful princess Andromeda. This volume tells of his enduring myth, it's rendering in art and literature, and its reception through the Roman period and up to the modern day. This is the first scholarly book in English devoted to Perseus' myth in its entirety for over a century. With information drawn from a diverse range of sources as well as varied illustrations, the volume illuminates the importance of the Perseus myth throughout the ages.


The Witch Must Die

The Witch Must Die

Author: Sheldon Cashdan

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 0465008968

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A psychoanalytic approach to fairy tales that examines how children can project their own internal struggles onto the opposing characters.