Myths and Legends

by Peter Oliver

Book Overview

Myths and Legends retells some of the most fantastic stories and folk tales from around the world. From the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece to the legend of the Knights of King Arthur, the stories... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0861126394
• ISBN13: 9780861126392
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Brimax Books
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.7" x 11.3"

Customer Reviews

The Best Read Aloud Ever

I always use this book as a read aloud to launch my unit on ancient greece and it never fails to hook my students, especially my boys. The prose is like that of a master storyteller and the illustrations are rich, detailed and action-packed. One of the smartest purchases I've made was to buy this one used online - A true classic that holds up in these days of video games, superhero movies and virtual reality.

Myths and Legends

This book retells some of the most fantastic stories and folk tales from around the world. From the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece to the legend of the Knights of King Arthur, the stories in Myths and Legends abound with strange and wonderful happenings. Accompanied by stunning illustrations throughout, children of 6-11 years will be spellbound by the adventures of heroes, monsters, dragons and giants......