hephaestus (greek deity)

An introduction to Greek mythology that shares the stories and myths about the Greek god Hephaestus, god of fire, metalwork, and building.

This book tells about Hephaestus, god of fire, whose life was filled with intrigue, mystery, and excitement.

Eleven-year-old Demon had never met his father, the god Pan, until the day he was whisked away to the stables of Olympus and charged with looking after all of the mythical creatures there, a task which is complicated by the tempestuous gods and goddesses and Heracles, who keeps killing the immortal beasts.

Demon is getting used to his role as the official Beast Keeper to the gods on Mount Olympus. the gods are getting used to him, too - until Helios and Poseidon decide to involve him in a feud! The two gods are planning a race to see which of their steeds are the fastest. Both the vengeful gods have requested Demon's help, but he can choose only one.

"The Olympians are off on their next quest to the Island of Lemnos, where they must find Artemis her magical object, a bow with arrows. According to the Oracle Pythia, they will have to fight off "silver lines and gold dolls" in order to get them. But Artemis will have to fight off the effects of a pesky sleep spell first."--Dust jacket flap.

Having proven himself capable of caring for the mythical creatures that dwell on Olympus, eleven-year-old Demon is summoned by the great god Hades to the Underworld to tend to Cerberus, the three-headed dog Guardian of the Underworld, which has been beaten by Demon's nemesis, Heracles.

An introduction to Greek mythology that shares the stories and myths about the Greek god Hephaestus, god of fire, metalwork, and building.

Provides an introduction to the Greek god Hephaestus, discussing his origin, adventures, family, and armor.