"The Three Golden Apples" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a story that retells the myth of Hercules' quest for golden apples. The story, written as part of "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys," follows Hercules as he is tasked with retrieving three golden apples from a faraway garden, thus leading him on a journey filled with mythical creatures and difficult tasks. Along the way, Hercules meets beings such as the wise Old Man of the Sea and Atlas, who holds up the sky, receiving help and facing challenges that test his strength and character. In the end, Hercules uses his wit and power to overcome a dragon and even take Atlas's burden for a time, managing to get the apples and highlighting themes of bravery and sacrifice.
The Three Golden Apples (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")
By Nathaniel Hawthorne
A hero must outsmart mythical creatures and shoulder impossible burdens to retrieve magical fruit.
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About the AuthorNathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist and short story writer. His works often focus on history, morality, and religion.
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist and short story writer. His works often focus on history, morality, and religion.
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