Aphrodite: Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty
By Tammy Gagne and Alessandra Fusi
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Tammy Gagne
Tammy Gagne has written more than 100 books for both adults and children. She lives in northern New England with her husband, son, and a menagerie of animals.
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Aphrodite - Tammy Gagne
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover
Title Page
Chapter 1: To the Fairest
Chapter 2: The Creation of Aphrodite
Chapter 3: Aphrodite and Her Family
Chapter 4: Aphrodite’s Powers and Weaknesses
Chapter 5: Aphrodite in Greek History and Modern Culture
Glossary
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Index
Copyright
Back Cover
Chapter 1
TO THE FAIREST
pictureAphrodite was the Greek goddess of love and beauty. One of the main myths about Aphrodite takes place during a celebration of love, which she attended. A joyous event was about to take place on Mount Pelion. King Peleus was marrying a sea nymph named Thetis. All the Greek gods and goddesses were invited to the wedding except Eris, the goddess of discord. She became furious when she found out and decided to get revenge by causing trouble. So she tossed a golden apple into the crowd. On the fruit she had written the words, To the Fairest.
Three goddesses claimed