How Did Percy Jackson Teach Greek Mythology

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The Percy Jackson series is majorly influenced by Greek Mythology as the author, Rick Riordan told. The series soon after became 2 films which then sparked an interest to the youths. Before becoming a world-renowned author, Riordan used to teach Greek myths. He earned his inspiration from his son whom has asked him to make up myths and stories about Greek heroes. This series is essentially Greek mythology in modern time. In the Lightning Thief, Perseus the “son of Poseidon” is falsely accused of steeling Zeus’ master-bolt. Whilst Percy is being attacked by monsters and creatures, he makes a new friend, Grover a satyr. Throughout the movie, Percy is on a quest to find the bolt and return in to the rightful owner to prove himself to the