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D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths Trade paperback - 1992
by Ingri d'Aulaire,Edgar Parin d'Aulaire
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- Paperback
Mighty Zeus, with his fistful of thunderbolts, Athena, goddess of wisdom, Helios the sun, greedy King Midas--here are gods, goddesses, and legendary figures of ancient Greece brought to life in the myths that have inspired great literature and art throughout the ages. Illustrations throughout.
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Details
- Title D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
- Author Ingri d'Aulaire,Edgar Parin d'Aulaire
- Binding Trade Paperback
- Edition Reprint
- Condition Used - VG
- Pages 208
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Delacorte Books for Young Readers, New York, New York, U.s.a.
- Date March 1992
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Illustrated, Index, Maps, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 1221475
- ISBN 9780440406945 / 0440406943
- Weight 2.02 lbs (0.92 kg)
- Dimensions 12.25 x 8.88 x 0.75 in (31.12 x 22.56 x 1.91 cm)
- Ages 08 to 12 years
- Grade levels 3 - 7
- Reading level 1070
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Themes
- Chronological Period: Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
- Catalog Heading: Language Arts/Literature
- Curriculum Strand: Language Arts/Literature
- Library of Congress subjects Mythology, Greek, Juvenile works
- Dewey Decimal Code 292
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Summary
In print for over fifty years, D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers.
Here are the greats of ancient Greece—gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters—as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today.
No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come.
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"For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book...the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation."--"Horn Book.
"The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative."--"The New York Times.
"The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative."--"The New York Times.
"From the Hardcover edition.
