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A child's introduction to Greek mythology

the stories of the gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and other mythical creatures
2011
Introduces children to the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology, describing how the Greeks used mythology to explain things they did not understand about the world around them.

Odysseus and the Cyclops

2007
A graphic novel adaptation of the tale in which Odysseus and his men are trapped by a man-eating giant. Includes an introduction on Greek mythology.

The Odyssey

1988
A retelling of Homer's epic that describes the wanderings of Odysseus after the fall of Troy.

The Iliad

2000
An illustrated retelling of the famous Homeric epic.

The Greek gods

1966
A collection of classic legends of the Greek gods.

Singer to the sea god

1993
When he and his companions flee their island home after the king's court is turned to stone, Phaidon begins to believe in the gods and monsters that his uncle has always scorned.

The Trojan War

1971
The story of the Trojan War beginning with three goddesses quarreling over a golden apple.

The warrior goddess

Athena
1982
Retells the Greek myths in which Athena plays a major role, including those of Perseus, the Golden Fleece, and Arachne.

Theseus and the road to Athens

1981
When the time comes for him to join his father, King Aegeus, in Athens, Theseus decides to walk in order to test his courage.

Ancient Greek myths & legends

2002
Retells some of the most famous Greek myths about gods, goddesses, humans, heroes, and monsters, explaining the background of the tales and how they have survived.

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