The Greek myths are among the greatest, most exciting stories ever told & feature some of the world's best loved heroes & heroines. In this book, you'll find the stories of Theseus, conqueror of the dreaded Minotaur; the mighty Heracles & his twelve tasks; the tragic lovers Orpheus & Eurydice; Perseus, the Gorgon-slayer; the musician Arion & his rescue by the dolphins; Pandora & her little box of horrors; the feather-clad fliers Daedalus & Icarus; & the weaving contest between Arachne & the goddess Athene. Each of these tales has been retold with lively text & dramatic cartoon style, making them accessible & fun for young children. ...

Atalanta is the fastest runner in the world but will only marry the man who can beat her in a race; Perseus must destroy the snake-headed gorgon, Medusa; Pandora has been given the gift of curiosity, what will happen if she opens the forbidden magic jar? Pegasus, the miraculous flying horse, has never been tamed, can Bellerophon catch him? These ten wonderful tales from the world of Greek mythology are perfect for reading aloud to younger children. The stories are told by Sally Pomme Clayton, one of the UK's most spellbinding storytellers, with beautiful, glowing illustrations by the award-winning artist Jane Ray. Included are notes & a map showing the real places in Greece that are connected with the stories. ...

This is a new edition of this detailed introduction to the most famous gods & goddesses in Greek mythology & their exploits. Fully illustrated throughout, this title helps the reader to understand the stories of the Greek gods & the way in which they were worshipped. A full index & ' Who's Who' section at the back of this book make it a must for those studying mythology or researching for a project. ...

This is a new edition of this detailed introduction to the most famous gods & goddesses in Greek mythology & their exploits. Fully illustrated throughout, this title helps the reader to understand the stories of the Greek gods & the way in which they were worshipped. A full index & ' Who's Who' section at the back of this book make it a must for those studying mythology or researching for a project. ...

A title in the USBORNE GIFT BOOKS series, this collection of stories of gods, mortals & monster has been retold by Heather Amery, & the full colour illustrations by Linda Edwards bring each story to life. Aimed at children of four years & older, it is also suitable for reading aloud. ...

The Greek myths have inspired some of the most famous artwork ever created. This art sticker book uses amazing paintings & sculptures to introduce the characters & stories of Greek mythology. Gods & heroes, the monsters they battled & the magical world they lived in are all explored with the help of images by artists from throughout history. Over 90 stickers encourage interactive learning. ...

This title is suitable for children aged 10 to 13 years old. This book, from one of American literature's greatest authors, Nathaniel Hawthorne, offers a selection of Greek myths, retold to make them more accessible for children. It
Includes:: " The Gorgon's Head", The Three Golden Apples & " The Paradise of Children", among others. This edition, leatherbound & featuring illustrations by Walter Crane, is sure to make a welcome addition to any home library.
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Master storytellers Hugh Lupton & Daniel Morden bring three of the most famous myths of the ancient Greek world to life. Vividly illustrated by award-winning French illustrator Carole Henaff, Greek Myths is a captivating introduction to the stories of Demeter & Persephone, Theseus & the Minotaur, & Orpheus & Eurydice. ...

Greek views of the Achaemenids & their Empire. How did the Greek view of Persia & Persians change so radically in the archaic & classical Greek sources that they turned from noble warriors into peacock loving cross dressers with murderous mothers? This book looks at the development of a range of responses to the Achaemenids & their Empire. Through a study of ancient texts & material evidence from the archaic & classical periods, Janett Morgan investigates the historical, political & social factors that inspired & manipulated different identities for Persia & the Persians within Greece. It features an interdisciplinary approach to investigating cultural contact & cultural exchange to explore the Greek response to Persia & offers unique insights into the role of Greek social elites & political communities in creating different representations of the Achaemenid Persians & their Empire. ...

In his previous volume in this series, Early Greek Science: Thales to Aristotle, G. E. R. Lloyd pointed out that although

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