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Author
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Presents illustrated retellings of classic Greek myths 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.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book tell about the Greek god Hermes, son of Zeus, who outgrew his bad reputation to become the respected and reliable messenger of the gods.
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 4
Physical Desc
191 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Classic stories and dazzling illustrations of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the trickster god Loki. The lyrical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia. This book is the third in the trilogy that includes the popular National Geographic Treasury...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Around the globe, mythologies help us understand people and their relationship with the world. Some mythologies have stories that tell how the world was created. Belief systems also include powerful gods and goddesses as well as daring heroes and terrifing creatures. In Gods, Heroes, and Mythology, learn about all these stories, their importance in the cultures they came from, and how the continue to influence society today.
9) The odyssey
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2000
Edition
1st American ed.
Physical Desc
64 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
A retelling of Homer's epic that describes the wanderings of Odysseus after the fall of Troy. Illustrated notes throughout the text explain the historical background of the story.
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Partners, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
191 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Calling all mythology mega fans! Embark on an epic quest through 20 hilarious original adaptations of classic Greek myths based on the hit podcast Greeking Out!
Encounter heavy-hitting heroes like Heracles as he tackles 12 death-defying labors. Travel along Persephone's winding path to explore the mysterious Underworld. And discover magnificent myths never aired on the podcast.
As the fan-favorite Oracle of Wi-Fi dispenses nuggets of nonfiction knowledge...
11) Ares: god of war
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, genealogical table, color map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the Greek god Ares and explains his importance; features well-known Greek myths about this god; and includes map of ancient Greece and family tree of the Greek gods and goddesses.
Author
Series
Publisher
Childs World
Pub. Date
2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, genealogical table, color map ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Tells the mythological origin of the Greek god Zeus, his war against the Titans, his rule over the gods, the children he begat, and his deeds and adventures.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Romulus, founder of Rome; Minerva, the goddess of wisdom; and beautiful spirits called nymphs are well-known subjects of Roman mythology. Roman Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Roman mythology, in addition to examining their influence today.
15) Mythology
Author
Series
Publisher
A.A. Knopf
Pub. Date
1999
Edition
1st American ed.
Physical Desc
60 p.: col. ill.; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Greek Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Greek mythology, in addition to examining their influence today.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"The world's creator, Brahma; the warrior-goddess Durga; and the snake-like nagas are important subjects of Indian mythology. Indian Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Indian mythology, in addition to examining their influence today." -- From publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Discusses Egyptian mythology and its origins, the structure of the mythological world, and the gods, goddesses, and heroes featured in legend.