The story of Perseus beheading Medusa has been told for more than 2,000 years. Even today, images of Medusa can be found in popular culture. Through accessible language and content, readers learn the story of Medusa and the Gorgons in monstrous detail, including how Medusa may have gotten her hair turned to snakes. Full-color photographs show modern and historic depictions of this famous myth while fun fact boxes give readers context for one of the greatest monster stories in Greek mythology.
Artemis, Aphrodite, Persephone, and Athena organize their own girls-only Olympicgames at Mount Olympus Academy, but crush-stealing Amazons, a winged horse, and a kitten named Adonis complicate their plans.
Examines the adventures of Perseus, a hero of Greek mythology, discussing his childhood, and his quest to bring the head of the deadly Medusa to King Polydectes.
"Medusa and Pegasus have a unique place in Greek mythology and tradition. Their stories have been passed down from generation to generation. This book explores the stories that created them, discusses their importance throughout history, and examines their significance today"--Provided by the publisher.