The Golden Fleece and The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles by Padraic Colum

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Author Colum, Padraic, 1881-1972
Illustrator Pogány, Willy, 1882-1955
LoC No. 21021308
Title The Golden Fleece and The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles
Note Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary "The Golden Fleece and The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles" by Padraic Colum is a retelling of ancient Greek myths, written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Jason, who embarks on a quest to retrieve the fabled Golden Fleece, accompanied by a roster of legendary heroes. This collection seamlessly weaves together themes of heroism, adventure, and the interplay between mortals and the divine. The opening of the story introduces Jason as a child being entrusted to the care of Chiron, the wise centaur, to ensure his protection from the treachery of his uncle Pelias. As he grows, Jason is trained in the arts of the forest and equipped to face the world. The backdrop is painted with hints of rivalry and ambition, as the power dynamics between Jason's father, Aeson, and his uncle unfold. The narrative sets the stage for a grand adventure by hinting at Jason's eventual confrontation with Pelias and his determination to reclaim his rightful place, laying the foundation for the heroic ere that follows in the search for the Golden Fleece. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Mythology, Greek -- Juvenile literature
Subject Argonauts (Greek mythology) -- Juvenile literature
Category Text
EBook-No. 37881
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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