The Illustrated Book of Myths
Title | The Illustrated Book of Myths PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Folklore |
ISBN | 9780756622237 |
A collection of myths from many cultures.
The Illustrated Book of Myths
Title | The Illustrated Book of Myths PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) |
Pages | 200 |
Release | 1995 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
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Myths are grouped by theme under such headings as Creation, Fertility and Cultivation, Gods and Men, and the Afterlife, allowing readers to compare similar stories from different parts of the world and to gain insight into other cultures. Background information about historical and cultural events includes photos of places and objects mentioned in each story.
Myths and Legends
Title | Myths and Legends PDF eBook |
Author | David Bellingham |
Publisher | Grange Books |
Pages | 207 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Mythology, Greek |
ISBN | 9781856279154 |
A fresh look at the best-loved and most exciting stories that make up the rich body of Viking, Greek and Oriental mythology. Part One introduces the heroes and heroines of the Viking world, Part Two covers the legends of ancient Greece and Part Three deals with the mythology of China, India, and Japan. Full-color and b/w photos and illustrations. A compelling and magical read!
The McElderry Book of Greek Myths
Title | The McElderry Book of Greek Myths PDF eBook |
Author | Eric A. Kimmel |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 116 |
Release | 2008-02-05 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1416915346 |
A retelling of some classic Greek myths for younger readers.
Mythology
Title | Mythology PDF eBook |
Author | C. Scott Littleton |
Publisher | Duncan Baird |
Pages | 688 |
Release | 2004-09 |
Genre | Mythology |
ISBN | 9781844830619 |
Myths are the timeless expression of the imagination born out of the need to make sense of the universe. Moving across the centuries, they resonate with our deepest feelings about the fragility and grandeur of existence. Mythology is a comprehensive, richly illustrated survey of the mythic imagination in all its forms around the world, from the odysseys, quests and battles of ancient Greece and Rome to the living beliefs of indigenous cultures in the Americas, Africa and Oceania. Looking at each major myth-making culture in turn, this book retells some of the most significant and captivating stories in a lively, contemporary style. Generously illustrated with more than 700 color photographs, Mythology brings you the vibrant stories that echo time and again in our lives.
Illustrated Myths from Around the World
Title | Illustrated Myths from Around the World PDF eBook |
Author | Usborne Publishing, Limited |
Publisher | |
Pages | 256 |
Release | 2016-12-01 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781409596738 |
An illustrated collection of myths from all over the world, all retold specially for young readers and beautifully illustrated. The Myths included are: The Children of Lir (Celtic), The Fox Maiden (Japanese), The Origin of the Winds (Inuit/Alaskan), Anansi and the Box of Stories (Ghana/Ashanti), The Cowherd and the Princess (Chinese), The Wall of Asgard (Norse), How the Seasons Came to Be (Greek), Thunder and Lightning (Nigerian), Finn MacCool (Irish/Gaelic), The Fish of Maui (Maori), The Missing Goddess (Egyptian), Fire of the Jaguar (South American/Kayapoo), The Greedy Frog (Tiddalik - Aboriginal), The Race of the Animals (Chinese Zodiac), The Demon and the Goddess (Indian), Ishtar and the Land of the Dead (Mesopotamian/Babylonian), The Sun and the Moon (Korean), The Water Spirit's Gift (Native American).
D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths
Title | D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths PDF eBook |
Author | Ingri d'Aulaire |
Publisher | Doubleday Books for Young Readers |
Pages | 210 |
Release | 2017-11-28 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1524770647 |
"I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."—R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder Kids can lose themselves in a world of myth and magic while learning important cultural history in this beloved classic collection of Greek mythology. Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece—gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters—as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come.