medusa (greek mythology)

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

Explores the place of Medusa within Greek mythology and details the characteristics of this creature. Charts the appearance of Medusa in modern pop culture. Features full-color photographs and suggestions for further reading.

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.

Corydon, a young shepherd boy, is cast out of his village and captured by a monster who puts him on display with Medusa, the Minotaur, the Sphinx, and other classical beasts; but after Corydon helps them to escape, they join forces to fight for their survival and for their home.

Examines the origin surrounding the mythological Greek figure of Medusa and discusses her physical features, her magical powers, and how Perseus finally was able to kill her.

Medusa, the only mortal at Mount Olympus Academy, has snakes for hair and a reputation for being mean, but after she seeks out a magical necklace that has the power to help her become as beautiful and popular as the other goddesses--and hopefully get Poseidon to notice her--things do not work out the way she hopes.

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.

Presents the myth of Medusa, the vain woman who is transformed into a snake-haired monster whose glance turns people to stone.

Presents a short history of the mythological Greek and Roman monster, Medusa, how she came to be, and her significance in both ancient and modern mythology.