Athena: Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War

By Alessandra Fusi and Heather E. Schwartz

The story of Greek mythology's goddess of wisdom and war lives on in empowering, high-interest narrative text. Core legends journey through Athena's fierce and clever achievements from the Trojan war to her contest with Poseidon. Her use of brains over brawn fosters both war victories and cultural advancements. Fascinating myths also uncover Athena's past, detailing her creation and how she fits into the family of deities. Further explore Athena's role in Greek culture through her signature powers, weapons, and attire. Additional facts and historical information connect the goddess's influence through popular culture today.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: May 1, 2019
• ISBN: 9781496665669

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Legendary Goddesses: Athena by Heather E. Schwartz

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Cover

Title Page

Chapter 1: Goddess of War—and More

Chapter 2: Her Family Tree

Chapter 3: Athena in Action

Chapter 4: Ready for Battle

Chapter 5: Celebrating Athena

Glossary

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Index

Copyright

Back Cover

Chapter 1

GODDESS OF WAR—AND MORE

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Athena takes to the battlefield.

Athena is best known as a goddess of war. During the Trojan War, she fought for the Greeks against the people of Troy. In one version of the myth, she helped the Greeks win their victory with her skills.

But though she had a strong sense of justice, she took on the Greeks for mainly personal reasons. She was angry after losing a contest judged by Paris, the Prince of Troy. Athena got competitive with her sister Aphrodite and aunt Hera. Each wanted to be named the most beautiful and bribed Paris in hopes of winning. Athena promised Paris victory in war. But Aphrodite won by offering