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Monstrous Myths Terrible Tales Of Ancient Rome
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
Release Date : 2019-10-01
Monstrous Myths Terrible Tales Of Ancient Rome written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Arcturus Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Step into a world of heroes, monsters and death-defying deeds! This book collects together rip-roaring adventure stories and larger-than-life myths from Ancient Rome. You'll discover: • How the famous adventurer, Aeneas, made an epic journey to the Land of the Dead • How the nymph, Daphne, escaped a love-struck god by transforming ... into a plant! • How two brothers founded the city of Rome, before their love turned to murder • And much more! Perfect for all young history lovers, aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Monstrous Myths retells traditional myths with a child-friendly emphasis on scary and weird elements. These humorous, cheeky and irreverent books are jam-packed with real facts about the beliefs of ancient cultures. Featuring witty, anarchic cartoons, this series makes history accessible and fun for young readers.
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Rome
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 2014-01-15
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Rome written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Roman gods and goddesses were certainly busy immortal beings! Whether they were falling in love, battling each other, or grappling for power, they were constantly making trouble with humans. These engaging tales include the exploits of Pluto, Cupid, Apollo, Venus, and legendary heroes, such as Aeneas. Readers will be interested to learn how these myths are remembered even in modern times, such as Cupid's role in Valentine's Day. Beautiful, colorful illustrations further spark imaginations in this appealing look at one aspect of ancient Roman culture.
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Greece
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 2014-01-15
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Greece written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Before there was Jupiter, there was Zeus. And before there was Venus, there was Aphrodite. The ancient Romans took many of their gods and their legends from Greece. And no wonder, these awesome tales are full of danger, magic, and heroic feats. Readers will love learning how these fantastical stories and characters even have a place in modern times, for example, the Perseus and Andromeda constellations. Jason and the Argonauts, Theseus and the Minotaur, and the Trojan Horse are just some of the thrilling, and even amusing, tales found in this illustrated book.
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Egypt
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 2014-01-15
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Egypt written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
The myths of ancient Egypt are peppered with tales of creation, love, family, trickery, and revenge. Readers will love learning about the famous Egyptian gods and goddesses, including Ra, Osiris, Horus, Isis, and Set. Colorful drawings accompany the engaging text, and fact boxes and sidebars highlight even more interesting information. This book, more than just fictional tales, is a glimpse into an essential part of the Egyptian culture.
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Greece
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 2014-01-15
Terrible Tales Of Ancient Greece written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Before there was Jupiter, there was Zeus. And before there was Venus, there was Aphrodite. The ancient Romans took many of their gods and their legends from Greece. And no wonder, these awesome tales are full of danger, magic, and heroic feats. Readers will love learning how these fantastical stories and characters even have a place in modern times, for example, the Perseus and Andromeda constellations. Jason and the Argonauts, Theseus and the Minotaur, and the Trojan Horse are just some of the thrilling, and even amusing, tales found in this illustrated book.
Terrible Tales Of Africa
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 1900-01-01
Terrible Tales Of Africa written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1900-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Though Africa is a huge continent filled with different cultures, African folktales share some characteristics. One is a love of nature, specifically animals. The other is a respect for cleverness. These two characteristics meet in the tales of Anansi the Spiderman and the Jackal. Both are tricksters who often get the best of their fellow beasts. Readers will love becoming acquainted with these two characters' exploits as well as other famous, engaging, and often funny African tales. Fact boxes and illustrations enhance each story.
Classical Tales Of Mythology
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Author : Thomas Bulfinch
language : en
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
Release Date : 2021-01-15
Classical Tales Of Mythology written by Thomas Bulfinch and has been published by Arcturus Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-01-15 with Fiction categories.
Meet legendary heroes, powerful goddesses and vengeful monsters in this beautiful hardback collection of more than 20 epic tales from Greek and Roman mythology, featuring lavish full-color illustrations throughout. The myths and legends of the ancient world are vividly told here by master storytellers of the 19th century, Thomas Bulfinch and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Discover how Theseus defeated the minotaur, why the witch Circe turned men into swine and the story of Pandora and Epimetheus. This treasury captures the beauty and magnificence of these timeless myths, illustrated with enchanting full-color Pre-Raphaelite and art nouveau paintings by Walter Crane and John William Waterhouse, among others. Stories include: • Echo and Narcissus • Juno and her rivals • Pygmalion • Cupid and Psyche • The Gorgon's Head • Cadmus and the Dragon's Teeth • The Pomegranate Seeds
The Myths And Legends Of Ancient Greece And Rome
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Author : E. M. Berens
language : en
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Release Date : 2016-03-09
The Myths And Legends Of Ancient Greece And Rome written by E. M. Berens and has been published by Read Books Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-03-09 with Social Science categories.
This book is a comprehensive catalogue of ancient Roman and Grecian Gods and Goddesses, with detailed descriptions of each deity, information concerning related festivals, retellings of legendary tales, and much more. Easy-to-digest and full of interesting information, this book is highly recommended for those looking for an introduction to Greek mythology. Contents include: “First Dynasty”, “Origin of the World”, “Uranus and Gaea”, “Second Dynasty”, “Cronus”, “Rhea”, “Division of the World”, “Theories as to the Origin of Man”, “Third Dynasty”, “Olympian Divinities”, “Zeus”, “Hera”, “Pellas-Athene”, “Themis”, “Hestia”, Demeter”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on Greek and Roman mythology.
Monstrous Myths Terrible Tales Of Ancient Greece
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Author : Clare Hibbert
language : en
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
Release Date : 2019-10-01
Monstrous Myths Terrible Tales Of Ancient Greece written by Clare Hibbert and has been published by Arcturus Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Step into a world of heroes, monsters and death-defying deeds! This book collects together rip-roaring adventure stories and larger- than-life myths from ancient Greece. You'll discover: • How quick-witted Theseus slew a bull-headed beast and escaped an impossible maze • How mighty Heracles started his career as a monster hunter when he was still a baby • How the Greeks won their war against the Trojans with a huge wooden horse • And much more! Perfect for all young history lovers, aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Monstrous Myths retells traditional myths with a child-friendly emphasis on scary and weird elements. These humorous, cheeky and irreverent books are jam-packed with real facts about the beliefs of ancient cultures. Featuring witty, anarchic cartoons, this series makes history accessible and fun for young readers.
Symbolic Mythology
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Author : John Fiore
language : en
Publisher: iUniverse
Release Date : 2001-10
Symbolic Mythology written by John Fiore and has been published by iUniverse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-10 with History categories.
Symbolic Mythology is the essential guide to understanding the myths of the classical world. Through the author’s unique mix of scholarly analysis and exciting storytelling, the divine, the heroic, and the monstrous become easily accessible to everyone from the casual reader to the serious student of myth. Revelations abound in this original, entertaining, and enlightening study of the myths of ancient Greece and Rome.