The only good that ever came out of Greece

 Books may not have been your best friends but for youngsters who wishes to instill a love for reading in their selves should start with short stories. Well, these short stories need to be as captivating as possible if the interest is to be developed. Most who would want to start from fantasies should give Greek mythologies a try. The Greek myths are alluring and they very well know what the reader seeks and bestows it to them, too.

Following are a few great Greek myths, i believe, every young reader must give it a read.

Arachne

This myth revolves around a young girl named, Arachne. She finds love in nature and weaves it into her work. Later, having received fame and money, she becomes too proud. Her arrogance leaves Athena, the goddess of wisdom and crafts angry. In a weaving competition between these two weavers, Arachne wins. This gets the goddess livid. She punishes her and changes her into a spider. While beautifully depicting the authenticity of nature, the myth speaks for itself.

Midas and the Golden Touch 

"As long as greed is stronger than compassion, there will always be suffering" -Rusty Eric
Only if Midas had known where true happiness was to be found he would never have been so greedy.
This myth may not have been in your iBooks, but it for sure should be. Happiness is not hidden but only needs to be discovered. This myth talks about the selfish desires of a man and what they can lead to. Also, it is never too long for you to repent and ask for forgiveness. Midas and the Golden Touch talks about the same and hooks its readers into the tale.

Theseus and the Minotaur 

Theseus and the Minotaur is a myth-based on cruelty and wisdom. King Minos fed children to the gigantic beast, Minotaur. Theseus wishes to put an end to this cruelty, but how is it possible for a boy as young as Theseus to do it? Find out and read Theseus and the Minotaur now!

Orpheus and Eurydice

True love can take you a long way... Don't believe it? Read the story of Orpheus and Eurydice. They will make you fall in love with love. After having bitten by a snake and instantly dying Eurydice leaves for her far journey. This does not put an end to their love. In fact, Orpheus in search of Eurydice goes where she must have gone; to the god of death. Orpheus teaches, it is possible for a mortal to go as far as it takes to bring his love back. The tale depicts love like no other. It is enough to melt the stone-hearted gods and goddesses, and most probably yours too!

Daedalus and Icarus

Daedalus and Icarus were the first two mortals who learned to fly like a bird. All that you need to fly like a bird are a few feathers, some wax, and good courage. After being arrested by King Minos, Daedalus and Icarus make it out of the prison and fly like a bird, but not for too long.

These stories are a good blend of drama, fantasy, and adventure. After reading these, you may not want to have the golden touch but the wings to fly like a bird, for sure. So leave all your work aside and put your hands to the great masterpieces to ever come out of the land of Greece.