Theme: Greek Mythology

Gifts From The Gods

By Book Importer | Published: January 18, 2012

Ancient names come to rich and fascinating life in this lavishly illustrated gift book for mythology fans and word lovers. Did you know that “museums” were initially temples built to worship the nine muses, the goddesses of the arts? That “Janus” was the god of the doorways and hallways, and we have named our janitors [...]

Descriptors: Europe, Folklore, Greece, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

Stickman Odyssey

By Book Importer | Published: September 7, 2011

When Zozimos is banished by an evil witch (his stepmother!) from the kingdom of Sticatha-the kingdom he was next in line to rule-he trains at battle (if you call chasing after butterflies training), travels across stormy seas (thanks for that, Poseidon), slays golems and monsters (with a lot of help), charms beautiful women (not really), [...]

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Pegasus, the Flying Horse

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

It is ancient Corinth. Young Ios and his father are off to buy the boy his first horse. Along the way they meet a beggar who tells them the story of a magical flying horse.
That horse, winged Pegasus, belonged to the goddess Athena. No mortal man had ever ridden him. But one man–the beggar said-desired [...]

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Greek Myths For Young Children

By Book Importer | Published: February 14, 2011

“Even reluctant readers (let alone closet classicists) will be drawn to pore over these entrancing pages. -School Library Journal Greek myths are among the most exciting stories ever told. In this collection, Marcia Williams offers a fun but faithful retelling of eight myths using simple language and her signature comic-strip format. Panels and spreads brimming [...]

Descriptors: Europe, Fantasy, Graphic Novel, Greece, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

Persephone and the Pomegranate

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

Demeter refuses to allow spring to appear until she has been reunited with her daughter Persephone, who has been abducted to the Underworld by Pluto.

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Max and Ruby’s First Greek Myth: Pandora’s Box

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

When Max snoops in his sister’s jewelry box, she reads her own version of the classic Greek myth about how Pandora’s curiosity sets loose all the horrors of the world.

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The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

Long, long ago in ancient Greece, people began telling wonderful stories to explain the mysteries of life. These myths featured gods and goddesses, mighty beings who look human but have amazing powers and live forever. Now you can meet these extraordinary characters and hear their legends, brought to life again

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The Hero and the Minotaur

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

Worthy quests, marvelous rescues, and timeless adventure: this is the story of Prince Theseus and the amazing trials that befall him when he vows to become a hero then sets out to prove his courage.
On his journey, Theseus will meet Ariadne, a brave princess, and a remarkable boy named Icarus. Together the three devise an [...]

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Hercules

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

Journey back to ancient Greece and meet the greatest hero who ever lived-Hercules! With eleven difficult tasks behind him, he now must face the last and most terrifying. To bring back the three-headed monster dog, Cerberus, Hercules must enter the Underworld-where the dead go-and come back alive!

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Cupid and Psyche

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

Psyche falls in love with her wonderful, yet invisible, host as she finds herself locked away in a castle, but when she betrays his love, she is forced to perform three impossible tasks to win back his trust, in a classic Greek myth of romance and love.

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