Presents a retelling of fifteen Greek and Roman myths from the point of view of the main protagonist, including those of Arachne, Callisto, Baucis and Philemon,

A retelling of some classic Greek myths for younger readers.

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Because she boasts that she weaves better than anyone, Arachne is turned into a spider.

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