Myths About Poseidon

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Poseidon with his trident among huge waves of the sea

Poseidon was one of the strongest gods in Greek mythology. Read the most famous myths about the god of the sea, his lovers, his children and the terrible creatures associated with him.

Apollodorus and his “Library”

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Discover the Library of Apollodorus, one of the most important works of ancient Greek mythology with gods, heroes and legendary narratives.

The Apollodorus and the «Library» of: The great collector of Greek myths Apollodorus the Athenian stands out as one of the most important grammarians and novelists of the Hellenistic period. He lived about 180 to 110 BC, with much of his life flowing to Alexandria, the spiritual capital of the time. There he came in... More

Medusa Painting – Download Free

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Medusa is one of the most famous figures of Greek mythology, a Mermaid with snake hair that turns to stone anyone who looks at her.

Medusa is one of the most famous figures of Greek mythology, a Mermaid with snake hair that turns to stone anyone who looks at her. On this page you will find a printable painting of Medusa in pure black and white style, ideal for children and adults who love Greek mythology. 🖨️ Printing Directions For better ... More

Achilles’ vulnerability – Achilles heel

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Achilles' vulnerability hides behind the famous «Achille heel».

The myth of Achilles heel explains how the almost invulnerable Achilles found death from an arrow in his only weak area, the heel. The text examines the evolution of myth from Homer to later sources and shows how the phrase became a symbol of every critical weakness in humans, systems and organisms.

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