a great desireto drive the fire-flashing horses. •• Let me but drivethem for a day, he asked ; then shall I prove tothee how worthy a son am I for so great a father.Then, bending low, he exclaimed, Grant this onewish, I pray thee. I cannot grant thee that wish, my son. The horsescan be safely… … 26 STORIES OF OLD GREECE. Phaethon was very stubborn. He longed for the gloryof having driven the sun-chariot for a day, and withthis desire strong in his heart, he forgot to respect thewishes of an older and wiser person. When he started upon his journey the chorus ceased;the Hours, Minutes, and…
Children's literature -- Mythology
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