Greek Myths for Young Children by Anna Milbourne (English) Hardcover Book

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This collection of the best-known of the Greek myths has been carefully written to appeal to young children who will find these stories of gods, mortals and monsters irresistible. Beautiful illustrations by Linda Edwards bring the myths to life for children of all ages.

FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

This collection of the best-known of the Greek myths has been carefully written to appeal to young children who will find these stories of gods, mortals and monsters irresistible. Beautiful illustrations by Linda Edwards bring the myths to life for children of all ages. Specially written for reading aloud Different colourful page design for each story Pronunciation guide at the back to help with Greek names Available in standard or mini format edition

Notes

A collection of the most popular and exciting Greek myths, retold in a style that is perfect for reading aloud. Full colour illustrations by Linda Edwards. Readership level: 4+.

Author Biography

Growing up on the Wirral and in Germany, Anna wrote plays about talking animals, and stories about naughty children, and drew on every available surface. After school, she did an Art Foundation course, then a degree in German Literature & Philosophy at Oxford University. In 1998 she found her perfect job at Usborne in London, writing about everything from curious penguins to trips to the Moon.

Table of Contents

About the Greek myths; the gift of fire; Pandora's box; Persephone and the seasons; the story of Arachne; the many tasks of Heracles; Echo and Narcissus; Daedalus and Icarus; Bellerophon and the flying horse; Jason and the golden fleece; King Midas; the adventures of Perseus; the chariot of the sun; the adventures of Odysseus; Theseus and the Minotaur; Pygmalion and his wife; Eros and Psyche; Greek names.

Review

Recommended * Teach Primary *

Details ISBN0746037252 Short Title GREEK MYTHS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Pages 128 Language English ISBN-10 0746037252 ISBN-13 9780746037256 Media Book Format Hardcover Illustrations Yes Imprint Usborne Publishing Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DOI 10.1604/9780746037256 UK Release Date 1999-10-29 Illustrator Elena Temporin Birth 1949 Affiliation San Diego State University Position Professor of English Qualifications M.D. Author Elena Temporin Audience Age 4-7 Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd Year 1999 Publication Date 1999-10-29 DEWEY 292.13 Audience Preschool (0-5) AU Release Date 2000-01-12 NZ Release Date 1999-12-16 Series Usborne Myths and Legends We've got this

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