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About this audiobook
The terrifying legend of Perseus and the snake-haired Medusa is brought to life in this vivid retelling that emphasizes the importance of bravery and divine guidance. As the young hero embarks on his impossible quest, he must face his fears and outsmart a monster whose very gaze can turn a man to stone. Hawthorne imbues the myth with a sense of high stakes and cinematic tension that keeps the reader enthralled from start to finish. It is a classic tale of the triumph of light over darkness and the enduring strength of the human will.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy
Length1 hr 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 24, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE GORGON’S HEAD
4TANGLEWOOD PORCH.: AFTER THE STORY.
2TANGLEWOOD PORCH: INTRODUCTORY TO “THE GORGON’S HEAD.”
5IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
3THE GORGON’S HEAD.
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