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"Gillian Cross's fine retelling of Homer's epic story captures all the heroism and savagery of war and shows why the 'Iliad' has been called the first tragedy and the greatest literary achievement of Greek civilization"--Front jacket flap.

Still longing for adventure, Princess Helen of Sparta maintains her disguise as a boy to join her unsuspecting brothers as part of the crew of the Argo, the ship commanded by Prince Jason in his quest for the Golden Fleece.

Retelling of the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone, explaining the origin of the seasons. Inspired by the Hymn to Demeter by Homer and the Dei della Grecia by Karoly Kerényi. ¿Por qué la naturaleza muere en invierno y renace en primavera? A esta pregunta contestaron los antiguos griegos contando, una y otra vez, el mito de Deméter y Perséfone, una historia de amor entre una madre y una hija, que sucedió cuando en la Tierra había una sola...

A storyteller in a labyrinth tells his dog the stories of Perseus and Medusa, Icarus and Daedalus, Theseus and the Minotaur, and Orpheus and Euridyce.

A collection of sixteen favorite Greek myths including the adventures of Jason, Theseus, Odysseus, Icarus, King Midas, and other lesser-known stories.

What dangers do runaway demigods Luke and Thalia face on their way to Camp Half-Blood? Are Percy and Annabeth up to the task of rescuing stolen goods from a fire-breathing giant who doesn't take kindly to intruders? Rick Riordan answers these questions and more in three never-before-seen short stories that provide vital back-story to the Heroes of Olympus and Percy Jackson books. A special bonus story marks the publishing debut of Rick Riordan's son...

An in-depth guide to Greek mythology includes information on the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus, the heroes and heroines of mythology, and notable cities of ancient Greece.

Emily is contending with great changes, including diminished powers, but goes to London to rescue Agent B and others from the CRU, where she makes horrible discoveries about the agency's history.

An illustrated, easy-to-read retelling of the Greek myth of Medusa, whose refusal to allow her hair to be brushed could have dire consequences.

From the very beginnings of the Universe in Greek myths to the incredible Labours of Heracles, explore this enchanting and complex world through beautiful storytelling by expert Marchella Ward, and breathtaking artwork from Sander Berg. Take a journey through Ancient Greece and delve deep into its mythology in this stunning compendium of tales. From the heros of Athens and Sparta to Orpheus and Persephone in the Underworld, take a magical illustrated...