The Divine Huntress

The Divine Huntress is a novel written by Augusta Larned. The book is set in ancient Greece and revolves around the life of the protagonist, Atalanta, who is a skilled hunter and a fierce warrior. Atalanta is born to a king and queen who abandon her in the wilderness as a baby. She is rescued and raised by a group of hunters who teach her the art of hunting and archery. As Atalanta grows up, she becomes a legendary hunter and warrior. She is known for her beauty, strength, and skill with a bow and arrow. Her fame spreads far and wide, and she is invited to participate in the famous Calydonian boar hunt. Atalanta not only participates in the hunt but also proves to be the best hunter among all the participants.The story takes a twist when Atalanta's father recognizes her as his daughter and invites her to his kingdom. Atalanta agrees to go but only on the condition that she will not marry anyone who cannot beat her in a foot race. Many suitors try to win Atalanta's hand in marriage, but none can outrun her. The story takes a dramatic turn when Atalanta meets a man named Meleager, who falls in love with her. Meleager is a brave warrior who is willing to risk everything to win Atalanta's heart. The two fall in love, but their happiness is short-lived when Meleager kills his own uncles, resulting in a curse that brings tragedy to both of them.The Divine Huntress is a story of love, adventure, and tragedy set in ancient Greece. It is a gripping tale that will keep readers hooked until the very end. Augusta Larned's vivid descriptions of the ancient Greek world and her portrayal of the strong and independent female protagonist make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Greek mythology and literature.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Old Tales Retold from Grecian Mythology in Talks Around the Fire, by Augusta Larned. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766102505.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.