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Greek myths : meet the heroes, gods, and monsters of ancient Greece / written by Jean Menzies ; illustrated by Katie Ponder.
This collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings of favorite myths as well as some you might not have heard before! Including Theseus and the Minotaur, The Twelve Labours of Herakles, and the escapades of Jason and the Argonauts, each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humor and intrigue of the original tales.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781465491534
- ISBN: 1465491538
- Physical Description: 160 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
- Edition: First American edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, 2020.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Title and attribution taken from cover. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | The beginning. The creation ; The fall of Ouranos ; The birth of Zeus ; The war of the Titans -- The Olympian gods. Zeus, Hades, and Poseidon ; The sun, the moon, and the dawn ; Zeus and Hera ; Apollo and Artemis ; The birth of Athena ; The birth of Dionysus ; Hermes and the Lyre ; Hephaestus's revenge ; Demeter and Poseidon ; The kidnapping of Persephone ; Hades and Dionysus ; Orion -- Humans and the gods. Prometheus makes man ; Pandora's jar ; The flood ; Dionysus and the Pirates ; Orpheus and Eurydice ; Hestia and Hermes ; Midas's golden touch ; Eros and Psyche ; Arachne ; Ares and Athena ; The Trojan war -- Heroes. Cadmus builds Thebes ; Perseus and Medusa ; The Amazons ; Bellerophon ; Pegasus ; Apollo and Artemis ; Jason and the Argonauts ; Theseus and the minotaur ; Aphrodite and Hephaestus ; The twelve labors of Heracles ; Odysseus's voyage ; The adventures of Atalanta -- About the myths. Greek storytelling ; Greek vases ; Mythical beings ; Monsters of myth ; Named for the myths ; Worshiping the gods ; Mount Olympus ; The underworld. |
| Target Audience Note: | 930L Lexile |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Mythology, Greek > Juvenile literature. Gods, Greek > Juvenile literature. Goddesses, Greek > Juvenile literature. Heroes > Juvenile literature. |
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Webb City Public Library | J292.13 Menzies, Jean (Text) | 38262300006347 | Juvenile Non-Fiction | Available | - |
Greek Myths : Meet the Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of Ancient Greece
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Greek Myths : Meet the Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of Ancient Greece
A beautifully-illustrated book filled with over 30 Ancient Greek Myths for children aged 7-9. Journey into a world of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, extraordinary creatures and fantastic monsters with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Ancient Greek mythology. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings of favourite Greek myths as well as some you might not have heard before. Including 'Theseus and the Minotaur', 'The 12 Labours of Herakles', and the escapades of 'Jason and the Argonauts', each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humour and intrigue of the original tales. Encourage your children to explore: - Over 30 fascinating Greek myths, covering famous classics and lesser known stories - Striking illustrations by multi-award winning artist Katie Ponder - Stunning gold foil on the cover - A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader's convenience - Key reference spreads combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference information A must-have volume for children aged 7-9 with an interest in Greek mythology and history, the additional feature pages delve deeper into the mythical world, providing profiles of the gods and a map detailing Odysseus' long voyage home from the Trojan War. The reference section provides key background information, such as Ancient Greek storytelling and the incredible beasts of the myths, and a handy pronunciation guide. Greek Myths is the perfect gift, featuring stunning gold foil on the cover and beautiful illustrations throughout. Quench your child's curiosity and thirst for knowledge, as they explore the enthralling tales, whether by themselves or to equally be enjoyed as bedtime stories alongside parents.
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