Mermaid Myths

by Cynthia O'Brien

Book Overview

Are mermaids compassionate beings waiting to save drowning sailors or vindictive creatures hoping to lure people to their deaths? The answer depends on the lore, which is vast and varied. Through the centuries, people around the world have reported seeing real mermaids on rocks or bobbing in the sea. Even in the 21st century, people are drawn to the mystery of the mermaid. Readers, too, will find the many mermaid stories and hoaxes in this engaging...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538214458
• ISBN13: 9781538214459
• Release Date: December 2017
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 9 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8