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Here's another myth that has survived the tests of time. It has been passed on from one generation to the next, thereby preserving the lessons it brings. If you would notice, most of the Greek and Roman myths deal with curses and powers, which would pretty much describe the beliefs of the people who first told them. Are you ready to peek inside the pages? Do so now!
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In Greek mythology, Kronus was the son of Gaia and Uranus. He overthrew his father to rule over Olympus but because of a prophecy, he ate all his sons except one. In this book, you will be told the story of how Zeus and his siblings betrayed their father, Kronus. We hope you enjoy reading and learning from this amazing myth!
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The greatest love stories are created by the most brilliant minds. Luckily, these stories have been passed down from one generation to the next through a country's culture and tradition. Today, you will learn about the great and powerful Olympian gods and goddesses. Read about their lives and loves today.
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Greek myths are filled with stories of reward and punishment. Those who dishonored the gods could be sure of divine retribution. When King Minos of Crete broke a promise to Poseidon, god of the sea, Minos's punishment came swiftly. He was required to send seven boys and seven girls to Crete every nine years to be sacrificed to a monstrous half-human, half-bull named the Minotaur. Theseus comes to save the day using cleverness, bravery, and the help...
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What lessons can a child learn from Greek and Roman Myths? Aside from values, these stories also hold important clues on the Greek and Roman traditions and history. They reflect history and the belief systems that molded such societies. This educational book has a combination of attractive colors and texts for easy reading. Get a copy today.
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Inject the very wonderful and lively Greek and Roman myths in your children's systems because they have tons to learn from them. This reference book features the famous demigods and their parents for your kids to meet and communicate. Widen your children's perspectives with this book that you can get right here.
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Achilles was a legendary warrior of ancient Greece. When Paris, the Trojan prince, kidnapped the beautiful Helen, the Greek armies joined together under the great king Agamemnon to bring her back. The Achaean Greeks would fight the Trojans for 10 years. Agamemnon's pride, however, would threaten to destroy the Achaeans' chances of victory. When he took Achilles' battle prize, Achilles refused to fight. Of all the Achaeans, though, only Achilles could...
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In ancient times, the Greeks believed that the gods came to Earth disguised as animals and people. The ancient Greeks made up stories about these gods and the humans that surrounded them. We call these stories myths. Myths often tell us about the adventures of heroes. The story of Jason and the Golden Fleece is one of these stories. It tells of a young man, Jason, and his comrades who embark on a great quest. Jason sets out to undo a wrong done to...
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Greek mythology is filled with stories of epic battles, heroes, monsters, and hardships endured by mortals. In this myth, Odysseus, the hero of the Trojan War, sails toward home with his crew of 500 men when the war is over. The voyage is filled with danger. Will the men who survived the long, hard Trojan War survive the terrible journey home? Readers will want to keep reading to find out.
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