The Copybook: Readings in history and literature

1

Heracles and the Nemean Lion by Clay Lane

Sending a hero off to ‘certain death’ never seems to work out...

2

Heracles and the Hydra by Clay Lane

The Greek hero thinks he has paid off more of his debt to the gods, but an unpleasant surprise awaits him.

3

Heracles and the Cerynaean Hind by Clay Lane

Eurystheus sends his cousin on another labour, this time hoping the task is too delicate for the big man.

4

Heracles and the Erymanthian Boar by Clay Lane

Snaring a wild boar turns out to be much less dangerous than keeping centaurs away from their wine.

5

Heracles and the Augean Stables by Clay Lane

Heracles shows his capacity for thinking outside the box, but spoils it by trying to be just a little bit too clever.

6

Heracles and the Birds of Lake Stymphalia by Clay Lane

Our hero is sent to deal with some man-eating birds, but cannot reach their lakeside refuge.

Twelve Labours of Heracles