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    Aphrodite: Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty
    Aphrodite: Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty
    Aphrodite: Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty
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    Aphrodite: Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty

    By Tammy Gagne and Alessandra Fusi

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    Love and beauty reign supreme in empowering, high-interest narrative text telling the story of Greek mythology's Aphrodite. Core legends show Aphrodite's matchmaking as well as her own lovers among gods and mortals. Fascinating myths also uncover Aphrodite's past, detailing her creation and how she fits into the family of deities. Further explore Aphrodite's role in Greek culture through her signature powers, symbols, and attire. Additional facts and historical information connect the goddess's influence through popular culture today.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCapstone Young Readers
    Release dateMay 1, 2019
    ISBN9781496665652
    Aphrodite: Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty
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    Tammy Gagne

    Tammy Gagne has written more than 100 books for both adults and children. She lives in northern New England with her husband, son, and a menagerie of animals.

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      Aphrodite - Tammy Gagne

      Legendary Goddesses: Aphrodite by Tammy Gagne

      TABLE OF CONTENTS

      Cover

      Title Page

      Chapter 1: To the Fairest

      Chapter 2: The Creation of Aphrodite

      Chapter 3: Aphrodite and Her Family

      Chapter 4: Aphrodite’s Powers and Weaknesses

      Chapter 5: Aphrodite in Greek History and Modern Culture

      Glossary

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      Index

      Copyright

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      Chapter 1

      TO THE FAIREST

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      Aphrodite was the Greek goddess of love and beauty. One of the main myths about Aphrodite takes place during a celebration of love, which she attended. A joyous event was about to take place on Mount Pelion. King Peleus was marrying a sea nymph named Thetis. All the Greek gods and goddesses were invited to the wedding except Eris, the goddess of discord. She became furious when she found out and decided to get revenge by causing trouble. So she tossed a golden apple into the crowd. On the fruit she had written the words, To the Fairest.

      Three goddesses claimed

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