The Golden Fleece and The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles

"The Golden Fleece and The Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles" by Padraic Colum is an early 20th-century reimagining of ancient Greek myths, focusing on Jason's adventurous journey to obtain the Golden Fleece alongside other famous heroes. The story blends heroism, adventure, and godly intervention, starting with Jason's childhood under the protective guidance of the wise centaur Chiron, who prepares him for a world of rivalry sparked by his uncle Pelias’s betrayal. Hints of ambition and power struggles are woven into the background as the story sets up Jason's future encounter with Pelias and his quest to reclaim what is rightfully his, which then starts the series of heroic events connected to the search for the Golden Fleece.