Defying the Gods " Greek Mythology for Students

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Many ancient myths were stories designed to warn people against poor judgment and excessive pride or hubris. Those who dared to cross the gods, compete with them or question their authority did so at great peril. In Defying the Gods, students will see the tales of Arachne the boastful weaver & Athena, Daedalus & his foolhardy son, Icaraus, Prometheus the Titan, who gave the gift of fire to mankind and Pandora, Zeus's gift back to humanity, each in its own way, illustrating the often fatal consequences of such behavior.

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