The Gorgon's Head

Released: June 17, 2014
Length: 56 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Spoken Realms

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Nathaniel Hawthorne's adaptation of the classic myth recounts the story of Perseus and Medusa, the legendary figure with snakes for hair whose gaze can turn people to stone. Suitable for listeners of all ages, the retelling offers a balanced narrative that is engaging yet accessible for both younger and older audiences. This version is taken from "A Wonder Book for Boys and Girls."

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