1904 The Heroes or Greek Fairy Tales for My Children

Description

Illustrated, Leather Binding

Later edition. Illustrated throughout. A collection of retold Greek myths and legends written for children and younger readers. The book serves as an engaging introduction to various legendary figures from Greek mythology, with the opening chapters focusing on heroes like Perseus, Acrisius, and Proetus. Providing exciting tales with moral lessons about bravery, wisdom, and the importance of doing good. Written and illustrated by Charles Kingsley, a broad church priest of the Church of England, a university professor, social reformer, historian, novelist and poet. He is particularly associated with Christian socialism, Anti-Catholicism, the working men's college.