Old Greek Stories

Viac o knihe

The story unfolds with Perseus confronting a sea monster that terrorizes a kingdom due to the queen's boastful pride about her beauty. To appease the wrath of the sea nymphs, the king and queen reluctantly sacrifice their daughter, Andromeda, chaining her to a rock. However, Perseus intervenes, using the head of Medusa to turn the beast to stone and save her. This tale intertwines themes of pride, sacrifice, and heroism, showcasing Perseus's bravery and the tragic plight of Andromeda, caught in the consequences of her mother's vanity.