Can you briefly introduce some popular greek gods and goddesses names and their main stories?

Poseidon is a famous Greek god. His name is associated with the sea. He was one of the brothers of Zeus. Poseidon's story includes his constant battles and competitions with other gods, especially over territory. He controlled the seas with his trident. Demeter is the goddess of agriculture. Her story is centered around her daughter Persephone being kidnapped by Hades. This led to the changing of the seasons as Demeter was so distraught that the earth became barren until Persephone's return for part of the year. Hades, the god of the underworld, ruled over the dead. His realm was a dark and gloomy place where souls went after death.

One cannot forget the story of Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Her birth from the sea foam is a well - known part of Greek mythology. There are many tales about her causing love and strife among mortals and gods alike. Another top story is that of Prometheus. He stole fire from the gods to give to humanity, and as a punishment, he was chained to a rock and had his liver eaten by an eagle every day.

One well - known love story is that of Eros and Psyche. Eros was the god of love. He was sent by Aphrodite to make Psyche fall in love with a hideous monster. But when Eros saw Psyche, he himself fell in love with her. He took her to his secret palace and visited her only at night, asking her not to look at him. However, Psyche's sisters made her suspect that her lover was a monster. So one night, she lit a lamp to see him and a drop of hot oil woke him. Angry, he left. Eventually, after many trials, they were reunited and Psyche became immortal.

Sure. There's the story of Hercules. He had to perform twelve labors, like slaying the Nemean Lion and cleaning the Augean stables. These tasks showed his great strength. Another is the story of Theseus who defeated the Minotaur in the Labyrinth. He used a ball of thread to find his way out.

The 'Percy Jackson' series is really popular. It has a lot of elements of Greek mythology mixed with modern - day settings. For example, the gods have a presence in modern New York. It's easy to read and appeals to both young and old readers.

Sure. For example, the love of Paris and Helen. Paris, a Trojan prince, was attracted to Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. His abduction of her led to the Trojan War. Another is the love between Apollo and Daphne. Apollo chased Daphne, but she was turned into a laurel tree to escape him.

Sure. There's the love of Eros and Psyche which had many trials. Then Orpheus and Eurydice's tragic love. Aphrodite and Adonis' passionate love. Pygmalion and Galatea's unique love where art became life. Hades and Persephone's abduction - turned - love. There are also other love stories in Greek mythology that are equally fascinating.

Madeline Miller's 'Circe' is also a wonderful fictional book about Greek mythology. It focuses on the character of Circe, a witch - goddess. Miller delves deep into her story, her relationships with other gods and mortals, and her experiences on the island. It's beautifully written and gives a fresh perspective on the well - known myths.

One more is the love of Hero and Leander. Leander swam across the Hellespont every night to be with Hero. But one night, a storm came and he drowned. Hero then threw herself into the sea in despair.

Sure. There's Pygmalion and Galatea. Pygmalion, a sculptor, falls in love with a statue he created, Galatea. Aphrodite brings the statue to life, and they are able to be together. It shows an extreme form of love where one can love an inanimate object so deeply that it becomes real.