Mythology book for teens: Legendary Gods and Heroes (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798536657188)

If you love mythology and want to learn more about the stories and gods that have become part of Western culture, this book is for you. Legendary Gods & Heroes is a page-turning collection of short myths from different cultures around the world. It's perfect for kids aged eight and over who are interested in learning more about these famous legends.

Myths from all over the world of the Gods and Goddesses have been selected for inclusion in this book. Some of these tales share similar themes and structure, while others are so unique that it is hard to compare them with others. These are stories that have stood the test of time, and they are looked at from various perspectives.

Short stories in this book have been carefully chosen to capture the excitement and drama of each legend. From the birth of Venus, the goddess of love, to Jason searching for the Golden Fleece, these stories are a great introduction to these legendary figures.

The main characters of each myth are the hero and his friends. The book gives you all the information you need to tell your own story - with artwork and color pictures showing the main characters. There's also a whole story page giving details about how each myth was created and its use in our modern world.

The book is aimed at young teens who want to learn more about the exciting stories behind these famous figures. It's perfect for classroom use, as well as for homework and bedtime reading. The book explains what the gods and heroes are all about, and there is plenty of text on each myth, plus a complete color picture of the story being told in each case.

This book covers:

Greek Mythology

• What is the definition of mythology?
• When did Greek Mythology Start?
• Concept of Heroes and Gods
• Olympian Gods
• Twelve Major Deities
• Mythological Creatures
• Vikings or Norse Mythology
• Aesir Gods and Asynjur Goddesses
• Thor: The God of Thunder

And More...

The myths have been around for thousands of years - making them an ideal way to introduce kids to fiction and storytelling in general. The legends were written by people in different times and places and are not consistently historically accurate - but they are still fascinating. Learning about the main characters, their names, and the various roles make them true legends.

And with stories like Theseus slaying the Minotaur, or Apollo driving his chariot of the sun across the sky, there's plenty of excitement to keep kids up all night. It is an ideal book for any fan of mythology to read whenever they want to learn more about these classic tales. It's also excellent for parents who want a bedtime story to teach their kids that an old-fashioned account can be just as exciting today as it was when it was first told.

The book is suitable for teens and grown-ups alike. It's packed with ideas for teachers, parents, and librarians to use these stories in the classroom. There are also interesting facts about how the stories have been used down through history to inspire modern tales, letting kids see how fantasy fiction has changed the world.

Author: Albert Hamilton
ISBN-10: 8536657189
ISBN-13: 9798536657188
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 07/13/2021
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.55d