Greek Myths [Hardcover]

Jacqueline Morley (Author), Giovanni Caselli (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 9, 2002 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

This book features a beautifully illustrated collection of marvelous stories retold from classic legends and ancient mythology. The tales are lively, well-written versions that make the drama and excitement of each story accessible to children of all ages.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6-This ambitious venture into the world of mythology begins with the rise of the Titans and ends with the wanderings of Odysseus. In between, tales of Prometheus, Pandora, Arachne, Psyche, Eros, Apollo, the Minotaur, and others are told in an accessible, readable style. In well-written prose, Morley preserves the essence of the myths and adds just enough dialogue to help younger readers with the complexities of the stories. The foreword provides a framework for the myths and informative endnotes conclude the volume. The numerous, full-color, watercolor-and-line illustrations, while not detracting from the text, do little to extend it. Libraries owning Mary Pope Osborne's Favorite Greek Myths (Scholastic, 1988) may not need to purchase this volume unless demand is high, as both cover much of the same ground. Still, this is a serviceable addition to mythology shelves.
Angela J. Reynolds, West Slope Community Library, Portland, OR
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 62 pages
• Publisher: Peter Bedrick Books; 1st edition (March 9, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0872265609
• ISBN-13: 978-0872265608
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,505,210 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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