All the greats, from Achilles to Theseus!
Bring ancient Greek characters into the classroom with these brief biographies of the top 10 heroes from Greek mythology, including details of their exploits, the literary works they appeared in, and more. Perfect for use as a study guide or quick reference.
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The term "hero" is perhaps overused today, but these ancient Greek warriors were the originals. The mythology of ancient Greece was filled with great heroes who slew monsters, battled whole armies, and loved (and lost) beautiful women. The full stories often reveal Hercules, Achilles, Perseus, and others to be imperfect characters ... but their names have lived on for millennia.
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