Bibliograph

Pallas Athena, Laura L. Sullivan

Type

Label

Pallas Athena, Laura L. Sullivan

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Pallas Athena

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

Laura L. Sullivan

Series statement

Women of mythology: goddesses, warriors, and hunters

Summary

Today, girls and women seeking a strong role model can find one in an icon more than two thousand years old. She is the Greek goddess Pallas Athena. Born fully formed from the head of Zeus, Athena defied gender roles of the time by being the goddess of strategic war, intelligence, and household crafts. Today, she is a symbol of enduring persistence, determination, and resourcefulness. Through easily accessible text, vibrant images, and fun sidebars and fact boxes, this book introduces readers to the legends surrounding this powerful goddess and shows her continued relevance in the twenty-first century. Young readers will also gain an understanding of women's roles in ancient Greek society, see how Athena paved the way for greater equality, and explore how pop culture elevates her today

Target audience

juvenile

Classification