Theme: gods

Greek Myths

By Book Importer | Published: February 14, 2011

A gorgeous collection of classic Greek myths welcomes readers of all ages into a legendary world of beauty, tragedy, and miracle. Enter a world where anything is possible. A god might be a mountain or a shower of gold. A nymph may be a stream or an echo in the wind. The myths of ancient [...]

Descriptors: Europe, Fantasy, Greece, Intermediate (ages 9-14) » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

The Odyssey

By Book Importer | Published: December 17, 2010

With bold imagery and an ear tuned to the music of Homer’s epic poem, Gareth Hinds reinterprets the ancient classic as it’s never been told before. “Gareth Hind brings THE ODYSSEY to life in a masterful blend of art and storytelling. Vivid and exciting, this graphic novel is a worthy new interpretation of Homer’s epic.” [...]

Descriptors: Europe, Fantasy, Graphic Novel, Greece, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

City of Dogs

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Sam has always wanted a dog, but Jenny is a dog like no other. She has come from another world—a parallel world of mythology, where the whims of the gods decide the course of Destiny. Jenny fled in terror after her attempt to save the life of her first beloved boy interrupted the gods’ plans [...]

Descriptors: England (UK), Europe, Fantasy, Oceania, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Ghosts of the Nile

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Zachary and his aunt travel through time to ancient Egypt where they have many adventures.

Descriptors: Egypt, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment