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Arachne, the Spider Woman

By Saviour Pirotta

Can Arachne out-weave a goddess, while Odysseus sneaks into Troy with a daring plan?

mythical dramatic adventurous accessible

Genres

Mythology Adventure Classics

What is Arachne, the Spider Woman about?

Arachne is a talented weaver, but her pride leads her to challenge Athena, the goddess of wisdom, to a weaving contest. When Arachne boasts that she is better than a goddess, Athena decides to teach her a lesson she will never forget. This lively collection also follows Odysseus as he devises a clever plan to enter the heavily guarded city of Troy. With dramatic characters, magical events and exciting adventures, these Greek myths introduce young readers to famous ancient stories.

About the author

Saviour Pirotta is a much-loved author who has written many exciting books for children, including 'The Orchard Book of First Greek Myths'. He enjoys bringing ancient stories and adventures to life, often with a magical twist. Saviour loves sharing tales from around the world and hopes his stories inspire young readers to explore and imagine.

Pages

29 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2005

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