Books like Hercules by Kathryn Lasky
Kathryn Lasky’s engaging narrative follows the legendary hero Hercules, son of Zeus and a mortal woman, as he faces the trials of his famed twelve labors. The story details his daring feats and moral growth, leading to his ultimate reward: ascension to Mount Olympus as a god.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Kathryn Lasky
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