perseus (greek mythology)

Retells, in cartoon format, the story of Princess Andromeda and the young hero Perseus who together battle a terrible sea serpent and the enemies of the island of Seriphos.

Retells the Greek myth in which the hero Perseus beheads Medusa, the most horrible of the Gorgons.

Compelled by his father Zeus to accept the evil king Polydectes's challenge to bring the head of the monstrous Medusa to the Aegean island of Serifos, Perseus, although questioning the gods' interference in human lives, sets out, accompanied by his beloved Andromeda, a princess with her own harsh destiny to fulfill.

A retelling of the Greek myth, in which Perseus, unaware of the many dangers he will face, sets out to save his mother from a forced marriage by capturing the head of Medusa, a creature that with one look could turn him to stone.

In graphic novel format, retells the myth of Perseus, who achieved the impossible task of slaying the gorgon Medusa with a little help from the goddess Athena and then met and fell in love with a princess named Andromeda.

A graphic novel retelling of the Greek myth about Perseus, a mortal fisherman whose father was Zeus, who is given the task of killing the gorgon Medusa and returning with her head as proof. Knowing he has been sent on a suicide mission, the gods take pity on him and give him gifts to help him accomplish his goal.

Heroic figures, from Odysseus to Mulan, duke it out, while fascinating historical information is revealed. This fact-filled book explores the magical stories associated with each character, including their origins and greatest mythical feat. Exciting text and enthralling illustrations keep young readers interested.

Introduces the Greek mythic hero Perseus, describing his supernatural birth, encounter with Polydectes, his killing of Medusa, marriage to Andromeda, and the fulfillment of his fate; and includes information on the fates, Medusa, the Greek oracles, myths, and constellations.

Presents an illustrated retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Perseus, a young man who braves many perils to cut off the head of Medusa and return it to the King of Seriphos who in exchange, vowed to leave Perseus' mother alone.

With the aid of his father Zeus, young Perseus vanquishes his enemies and rescues the Princess Andromeda and Danae, his mother.