Old Tales from Greece (1897)

Old Tales From Greece is a collection of traditional Greek myths and legends retold by Alice Zimmern and first published in 1897. The book contains 12 stories, including the tales of Prometheus, Perseus, Theseus, and Orpheus, as well as lesser-known myths such as the story of Pygmalion and Galatea. Zimmern's retellings are accessible and engaging, making these ancient stories come alive for modern readers. The book also includes illustrations by W. H. Margetson, adding to the visual appeal of the tales. Old Tales From Greece is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its tales of gods, heroes, and mythical creatures.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.