classical mythology

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classical mythology

The Land of the Dead

2002
A retelling of part of the Odyssey in which Odysseus and his fleet continue their journey and encounter giant cannibals, a beautiful witch, and the Land of the Dead.

King Midas

the golden touch
2002
A king finds himself bitterly regretting the consequences of his wish that everything he touches would turn to gold.

The story of Arachne

1980
Because she boasts that she weaves better than anyone, Arachne is turned into a spider.

Odysseus and the Cyclops

1984
Odysseus relates to Queen Arete and King Alcinous his adventures in the land of the Lotus-Eaters and with the giant Cyclops.

The warrior goddess: Athena

1972
Retells the Greek myths in which Athena plays a major role, including those of Perseus, the Golden Fleece, and Arachne.

Favorite Greek myths

1989
Retells twelve tales from Greek mythology, including the stories of King Midas, Echo and Narcissus, the Golden Apples, and Cupid and Psyche.

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