Call Me Athena

Call Me Athena

by Shirin Yim Bridges

Athena, Greek Goddess of Wisdom, steps fully formed from her father’s head into the already established world of the Olympians. A motherless newcomer, she has to find her own place and purpose. Her adventures bring her down to Earth, where she forms close bonds with the Greek Heroes. Her attachment to three in particular—Diomedes, Odysseus, and Achilles—draws her into the Trojan War. How will she protect her friends and end the conflict? What are the ramifications on Olympus? Where does Athena finally find herself at home—and where can you find her now?
Told by Athena in the first person, this lively book gives young readers a unique entry into the world of Greek mythology, and provides interesting cultural and historical context in a nonfiction section illustrated with a family tree of the Olympians, maps, and photographs. and photographs, provides interesting cultural and historical context.


Ages: 8-13
Illustrated by: Shirin Yim Bridges
ISBN: 9781937463946
Price: $12.99
Published by: Goosebottom Books

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