Athena: the story of a goddess

Discover the adventures of Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, war and courage.

From her extraordinary birth - sprung from the head of her father, in the midst of a thunderous headache - to her refusal to take no for an answer.

Find out how she inspired powerful gods, goddesses, and humans and the terrifying fate of those who dared to cross her path.

Follow Athena as she competes against her bad-tempered uncle; watch as she turns her enemy into a spider and join her as she keeps Odysseus safe on his remarkable journey home.