The Twelve Labours of Heracles
By Geraldine McCaughrean
Even Greece’s strongest hero faces impossible monsters—but can cleverness conquer every challenge?
Genres
What is The Twelve Labours of Heracles about?
Heracles is the strongest hero in ancient Greece, but even he must prove himself through twelve dangerous labours. Ordered by King Eurystheus to face fierce beasts, terrible monsters and impossible challenges, he uses courage, cleverness and great strength to succeed. Alongside his adventures are the stories of Echo, whose endless talking causes trouble, and Narcissus, whose love of his own reflection brings sorrow. These lively retellings introduce young readers to some of the best-known myths of ancient Greece.
About the author
Geraldine McCaughrean is a brilliant British author who loves to create exciting stories for children and young people. She is well known for writing 'Peter Pan in Scarlet', the official sequel to the famous story of Peter Pan. Geraldine’s books are full of adventure and imagination, making reading an unforgettable journey!
Pages
48 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2017
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