The Driver Of The Sun Horses

By Augusta Larned

Book Overview

The Driver of the Sun Horses is a children's book written by Augusta Larned. The story follows the journey of a young boy named Phaeton, who is the son of the sun god, Helios. Phaeton is determined to prove himself worthy of his father's trust and decides to take the reins of the sun chariot for a day.However, Phaeton soon realizes that driving the sun chariot is not as easy as he thought it would be. He struggles to control the powerful horses that pull the chariot and ends up causing chaos on Earth. The story explores themes of responsibility, courage, and the consequences of one's actions.Throughout the book, Phaeton encounters various mythical creatures, including a giant named Atlas and a dragon named Ladon. He also receives guidance from his mother, Clymene, and his father, Helios.The Driver of the Sun Horses is a classic tale that has been enjoyed by generations of children. It is a beautifully written and illustrated book that captures the imagination and teaches valuable lessons about bravery and accountability.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Old Tales Retold from Grecian Mythology in Talks Around the Fire, by Augusta Larned. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766102505.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425337821
• ISBN13: 9781425337827
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"