Greek Myths
The ancient Greeks gave so much to literature -- fables, great playwrights, and of course, the Greek myths. Originally a way to explain the natural world, these stories are rich in plot and characters. Even today, we use many idioms and metaphors that have roots in Greek mythology. This reading set includes a variety of these tales.
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(5) Passages included in this Reading Set:
The Golden Age
Chapter 2 passage: The Titans ruled over a golden ag...
The Story of Prometheus: How Fire Was Given to Men
Chapter 3 passage: In Greek mythology, Prometheus is...
Delos
Chapter 7, part I passage: This Greek myth from a bo...
Delphi
Chapter 7, part II passage: This Greek myth from a b...
Icarus
Chapter 14, part III passage: One of the most famous...