gods and goddesses

An introduction to Greek mythology that shares the stories and myths about the Greek god Ares, god of war.

"Swords clash and shields splinter as godly beings wage war for control of the universe! Gather round and discover seven ancient tales of gods colliding in epic battles and petty feuds. Learn how young Greek gods overthrew the mighty Titans. Meet a fierce Fijian shark god who's always looking for a fight, and much more. Experience godly brawls firsthand as old battle myths from around the world come to life"--Back cover.

"In the aftermath of a war between gods and men, a hero, a librarian, and a girl must battle the fantastical elements of a mysterious city stripped of its name."--OCLC.

Sixteen-year-old Isadora, the mortal daughter of Isis and Osiris, is sick of being in the middle of family drama so she jumps at the chance to leave Egypt and start a new life in San Diego with her brother.

Walk through the agora in Athens, train for battle in Sparta, and watch athletes compete in the Olympic Games in honor of Zeus, the king of the gods. Welcome to ancient Greece! Learn about how people lived, including the different jobs they had, what foods they ate, and what children did for fun. Also discover how ancient Greece influenced philosophy, government, art, architecture, language, and more in the Western world throughout millennia.

Presents more than five hundred alphabetized, cross-referenced entries on witchcraft, from its earliest legends to the components of modern Wicca and Paganism.

"Explores the ... drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the goddess of the harvest ... includes history, myths, and a family tree"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the Greek goddess of the moon and forest, Artemis.

"Explores the ... drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the queen of the gods. ... includes history, myths, and a family tree"--Provided by publisher.

"Demon's life on Mount Olympus has never been busier. Thanks to the awful heroes down on Earth, he has a whole slew of injured beasts to care for. And worse still, the goddess Psyche wants Demon to "borrow" Zeus's prized eagle for an urgent mission. But is her task worth the risk of offending the king of the gods?"--Provided by publisher.