Treasury of Greek mythology : classic stories of gods, goddesses, heroes & monsters / by Donna Jo Napoli ; illustrated by Christina Balit.
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TextPublication details: Washington : National Geographic Society, 2011.Description: 191 p. : col. ill., col. map. ; 31 cmISBN: - 1426308442 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- 1426308450 (library binding : alk. paper)
- 9781426308444 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- 9781426308451 (library binding : alk. paper)
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School Library Journal Best Books of 2011
Eureka! Silver Honor Books-California Reading Association
Capitol Choices 2012 list ofNoteworthy Titles for Children and Teens
2012 Notable Children's Books-ALSC
The new National Geographic Treasury of Greek Mythology offers timeless stories of Greek myths in a beautiful new volume. Brought to life with lyrical text by award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli and stunning artwork by award-winning illustrator Christina Balit, the tales of gods and goddesses such as Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, and Athena and heroes and monsters such as Helen of Troy, Perseus, and Medusa will fascinate and engage children's imaginations.
National Geographic completes the book with embellishments of each story- sidebars for each god, goddess, hero, and monster link the myths to constellations, geography, history, and culture to help young readers connect the stories to real life events, people, and places. A family tree and a "cast of characters" profile page help make relationships between the characters clear, and a mapping feature adds to the fun and fascination. Resource notes and ample back matter directing readers to more information round out this luminous book. Sure to dazzle all those intrigued with the fantastic tales of Greek mythology and enchant new readers, this vibrant book will soon become a family keepsake.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Presents illustrated retellings of classic Greek myths, sharing the stories of Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, Athena, Helen of Troy, Perseus, and Medusa, with sidebars for each god, goddess, hero, and monster that link the tales to constellations, history, geography, and culture, and including profiles, a family tree, and other resources.