Greek Myths

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 Greece are full of such wonders, as well as a host of courageous heroes, cunning heroines, and terrible monsters. Ann Turnbull's compelling prose enlivens sixteen of the most celebrated myths, from the sadness of Persephone to the ill-fated love of Orpheus and Eurydice, from Pandora's unlucky curiosity to the greed of King Midas to many more age-old tales filled with drama and romance. In vivid, expressive detail, Sarah Young's fine-art illustrations bring this golden world to life, capturing creatures from Cerberus, the threeheaded dog, to the sinister snake-haired Medusa.

Author: Ann Turnbull
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 11/09/2010
Pages: 168
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.28lbs
Size: 11.16h x 9.18w x 0.85d
ISBN: 9780763651114
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.3
Point Value: 3
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 155079 / Greek Myths


Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 03/01/2011 - Book Of Special Distinction
School Library Journal 04/01/2011 pg. 194

About the Author
Ann Turnbull has written numerous books for young readers, including No Shame, No Fear and Forged in the Fire. She lives in Shropshire, England.

Sarah Young is a painter, printmaker, and illustrator best known for her black-and-white scratchboard work. She lives in Sussex, England.