The Goddess Girl (1915)

by Louise Elizabeth Dutton

Book Overview

The Goddess Girl, written by Louise Elizabeth Dutton and first published in 1915, is a novel set in ancient Greece that tells the story of a young girl named Thalia who dreams of becoming a goddess. Thalia is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and has grown up surrounded by luxury and comfort, but she longs for something more. When she hears about the Olympic Games, where the gods and goddesses are said to compete, she becomes determined to participate and prove herself worthy of becoming a goddess.Thalia's journey to the Olympics is not an easy one, however. She must overcome many obstacles, including her own self-doubt and the disapproval of her father, who believes that women should not participate in such activities. Along the way, she meets other young girls who share her dream and together they form a team, training and competing against each other in preparation for the games.As Thalia and her team make their way to the Olympics, they face even more challenges, including treacherous terrain, fierce competitors, and unexpected setbacks. But through it all, Thalia remains determined to succeed and prove herself worthy of becoming a goddess.The Goddess Girl is a story of perseverance, courage, and the power of dreams. It offers a glimpse into the world of ancient Greece and the myths and legends that continue to captivate readers today. With its strong female protagonist and themes of empowerment and self-discovery, this book is sure to inspire and delight readers of all ages.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165123495
• ISBN13: 9781165123490
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"