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From master storyteller Padriac Colum comes a Newbery Honor-winning collection of epic myths that "is unequaled as an introduction to the classic myths for young readers" (Publishers Weekly).

"Still unequaled as an introduction to the classic myths." -- Publishers Weekly Written for young readers by a great Irish folklorist, this Newbery Award-winning anthology centers on the legend of the quest for the Golden Fleece. Generations of readers have thrilled to these... Read Full Overview

From master storyteller Padriac Colum comes a Newbery Honor-winning collection of epic myths that "is unequaled as an introduction to the classic myths for young readers" (Publishers Weekly).

Follow the strange and wondrous adventures of Jason and his Argonauts -- through uncharted waters where clashing rocks dash the sea, to shores where harpies with wings of birds and heads of women torment poor mortals. Listen to the songs of the Argonaut Orpheus, songs of the... Read Full Overview

The Golden Fleece and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles is a children's book by Padraic Colum, a retelling of Greek myths.The central myth retold is that of Jason and the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece and the aftermath. Woven into it are other myths, including... Read Full Overview

This title describes the cycle of myths about the Argonauts and the quest for the Golden Fleece, as well as the tales of the creation of Heaven and Earth, the labours of Hercules, Theseus and the Minotaur, and others.

First published in 1921, "The Golden Fleece and The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles" by the acclaimed and award-winning children's author Padraic Colum is a classic retelling of the ancient mythological tales of Jason and the Argonauts and their quest for the Golden Fleece... Read Full Overview

Jason was born the son of a king, his destiny to rule Iolcus. But his uncle, King Pelias, who has taken over the throne, is not willing to give it up, so he cunningly persuades Jason to accept a dare to bring back the famous Golden Fleece of Colchis. Jason accepts the challenge,... Read Full Overview

"The Golden Fleece and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles" is Padraic Colum's classic retelling of principally the ancient mythological tales of Jason and the Argonauts and their quest for the Golden Fleece. Also included are tales of the creation of the heavens and the earth,... Read Full Overview

In "Greek Myths Retold for Children: The Golden Fleece & The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles," Padraic Colum offers a vivid reimagining of ancient Greek mythology, tailored specifically for a younger audience. Colum's literary style is characterized by its lyrical prose and... Read Full Overview

A man in the garb of a slave went up the side of that mountain that is all covered with forest, the Mountain Pelion. He carried in his arms a little child.When it was full noon the slave came into a clearing of the forest so silent that it seemed empty of all life. He laid the... Read Full Overview

CONTENTS PART I. The Voyage to Colchis I. THE YOUTH JASON II. KING PELIAS III. THE GOLDEN FLEECE IV. THE ASSEMBLING OF THE HEROES AND THE BUILDING OF THE SHIP V. THE ARGO VI. POLYDEUCES' VICTORY AND HERACLES' LOSS VII. KING PHINEUS VIII. KING PHINEUS'S COUNSEL; THE LANDING IN... Read Full Overview

The Golden Fleece and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles retells the timeless tales of ancient Greek mythology with a lyrical touch. Follow the epic journey of Jason and his band of heroes, the Argonauts, as they embark on a perilous quest to retrieve the legendary Golden... Read Full Overview