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Old Greek Folk Stories Told Anew   By: (1874-1922)

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Old Greek Folk Stories Told Anew by Josephine Preston Peabody offers a delightful collection of Greek myths and legends that have been rejuvenated for a modern audience. This book captures the essence of ancient Greece, bringing to life the captivating tales of gods, heroes, and fantastical creatures.

Peabody's storytelling prowess shines through as she effortlessly retells these ancient stories with a refreshing twist. The book is steeped in mythology, seamlessly bridging the gap between the traditional tales and the contemporary reader's sensibilities. Her language is lyrical and evocative, creating a vivid canvas upon which these mythical beings come alive.

One of the standout aspects of Peabody's book is her choice of characters. She goes beyond the famous gods and heroes and brings lesser-known figures into the spotlight. From the courageous but overlooked Atalanta to the crafty inventor Daedalus, each character is given depth and personality in a way that makes them relatable and memorable.

Additionally, Peabody's narrative style is engaging and accessible. She captures the essence of each story, highlighting its moral and philosophical underpinnings while also making it an enjoyable read. The pacing is steady, ensuring that readers remain captivated from the first page to the last, eager to discover what marvels each story holds.

Another noteworthy aspect of this book is the inclusion of beautiful illustrations. Each story is accompanied by stunning artwork that further immerses readers into the world of ancient Greece. The illustrations perfectly complement the text, capturing the magic and enchantment of these ancient tales.

While Peabody's retellings remain faithful to the original stories, she offers her own unique interpretations and perspectives, making them more accessible to a contemporary audience. This allows readers to not only enjoy the myths but also reflect on their relevance to the human condition and our society today.

Old Greek Folk Stories Told Anew is a testament to the timelessness and universality of Greek mythology. Peabody's masterful storytelling and vivid imagination transport readers to a world where gods and mortals coexist and where the line between reality and fantasy blurs. This book is a must-read for anyone who seeks to immerse themselves in the magic and wonder of these ancient tales, while appreciating the enduring beauty and wisdom they hold.

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OLD GREEK FOLK STORIES

TOLD ANEW

BY

JOSEPHINE PRESTON PEABODY

1897

PUBLISHERS' NOTE.

Hawthorne, in his Wonder Book and Tanglewood Tales , has told, in a manner familiar to multitudes of American children and to many more who once were children, a dozen of the old Greek folk stories. They have served to render the persons and scenes known as no classical dictionary would make them known. But Hawthorne chose a few out of the many myths which are constantly appealing to the reader not only of ancient but of modern literature. The group contained in the collection which follows will help to fill out the list; it is designed to serve as a complement to the Wonder Book and Tanglewood Tales , so that the references to the stories in those collections are brief and allusive only. In order to make the entire series more useful, the index added to this number of the Riverside Literature Series is made to include also the stories contained in the other numbers of the series which contain Hawthorne's two books. Thus the index serves as a tolerably full clue to the best known characters in Greek mythology.

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