Hippocrene
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This article is about the fountain. For the asteroid, see 5085 Hippocrene. For the publisher, see Hippocrene Books.
In Greek mythology, Hippocrene was the name of a fountain on Mt. Helicon. It was sacred to the Muses and was formed by the hooves of Pegasus. Its name literally translates to 'Horse's Fountain' and the water was supposed to bring forth poetic inspiration when imbibed.
Hippocrene Books is named for the Hippocrene fountain.
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