Herakles: The Hero Of Thebes And Other Heroes Of The Myth (1900)

Herakles: The Hero of Thebes and Other Heroes of the Myth is a book written by Mary E. Burt and published in 1900. The book is a collection of stories from Greek mythology, centered around the legendary hero Herakles and other notable figures from Greek mythology. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different mythological character or story. The first chapter of the book is dedicated to Herakles, also known as Hercules, and his many legendary feats, including his twelve labors. The following chapters feature stories about other Greek heroes such as Theseus, Perseus, and Jason, as well as lesser-known figures such as Atalanta and Bellerophon. Throughout the book, Burt provides vivid descriptions of the characters and their adventures, bringing the stories to life for readers. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all ages. Overall, Herakles: The Hero of Thebes and Other Heroes of the Myth is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its tales of bravery, heroism, and adventure from ancient Greek mythology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.