Old World Hero Stories (1911)

Old World Hero Stories (1911)

Eva March Tappan

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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ISBN:
9781104148188
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Old World Hero Stories is a book written by Eva March Tappan and published in 1911. The book is a collection of tales of heroic figures from various countries and cultures across the world, including Greece, Rome, Scandinavia, Germany, and Britain. The book begins with the story of Theseus, the Greek hero who defeated the Minotaur and established himself as the king of Athens. It then moves on to other famous figures such as Hercules, Odysseus, and Achilles. The Roman section features stories of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, and Julius Caesar, the famous Roman general and statesman. The Scandinavian section includes tales of Odin, Thor, and other Norse gods, as well as the legendary hero Beowulf from Anglo-Saxon folklore. The German section features stories of Siegfried, the dragon-slayer from the Nibelungenlied, and the medieval knight Roland. The British section includes tales of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table, as well as the legendary Robin Hood. Overall, Old World Hero Stories is a fascinating collection of tales of bravery, adventure, and heroism from across the world, and provides readers with a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of these ancient civilizations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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