How did Zeus come to rule the sky? How did Poseidon become the god of the sea? Learn all about the myths and legends of Greek mythology in this dramatic history, featuring 16 pages of photos.
Celebrate ancient Greek mythology and civilization, where Heracles performed his twelve heroic feats and Athena defended the acropolis as the goddess of war and wisdom. For centuries, these tales were at the center of Greek society and religion. The legends of Greek mythology have been retold around the world in stories like Ovid's Heroides and Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, influencing everything from ancient Roman culture to bestselling American novels of the twenty-first century.
Including well-known tales of Medusa and Perseus, sirens, goddesses, and more, this book explores the vibrant stories that live on and inspire young readers to this day.
| ISBN: | 9798217051021 |
| Publication date: | 5th May 2026 |
| Author: | Kathryn Waterfield |
| Illustrator: | Gregory Copeland |
| Publisher: | Penguin Workshop an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 112 pages |
| Series: | What Was? |
| Genres: |
History Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends Educational: Cultural studies |
How did Zeus come to rule the sky? How did Poseidon become the god of the sea?
What Is Greek Mythology? features in the following genres: History, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends, Educational: Cultural studies
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What Is Greek Mythology? was written by Kathryn Waterfield and published by Penguin Workshop an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group
What Is Greek Mythology? has 112 pages
Yes it is part of What Was? series
£6.29, reduced from £6.99. In Stock.