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Name: The heroes
Rating: 4 (3 reviews)
Author: Charles Kingsley

This volume presents a series of stories tailored for young readers, each rooted in classical Greek mythology. The adventures of Perseus, Jason and the Argonauts, Theseus, and the twelve labors of Heracles are retold in an engaging and accessible style, enabling children to explore timeless legends and heroic deeds while discovering the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece.

First publish date: 1855

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure

Authors: Charles Kingsley

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