Phaeton, greek mythology

Phaeton is the son of Apollo and a mortal woman, and his heart& apos; s desire is to be seen but once driving his father& apos; s chariot, the one used by the god to make the sun travel in the sky. This myth is an ageless story of failure at the hands of pride, similar to that of Icarus. It is a fundamental part of Greek mythology and of modern culture. This short story is a retelling of the myth in great detail and with an elegant style that will edify children and adults alike.