Myths Every Child Should Know: A Selection of the Classic Myths of All Times for Young People (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169775572)

Myths Every Child Should Know is a collection of classic myths from various cultures and civilizations, compiled by Hamilton Wright Mabie. The book is specifically intended for young readers, with simplified language and engaging storytelling that makes these ancient tales accessible and enjoyable for children. The myths featured in the book come from a variety of sources, including Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian mythology, as well as stories from the Bible and other religious texts. Each myth is presented in a clear and concise manner, with helpful notes and annotations to provide context and explain unfamiliar terms or concepts. The book is beautifully illustrated with black and white drawings that capture the spirit and magic of these timeless tales. Myths Every Child Should Know is a wonderful introduction to the world of mythology for young readers, and a valuable resource for parents and educators looking to share these important stories with the next generation.1913. This selection represents the work of several authors, and does not, therefore, preserve uniformity of style. It is probably better for the young reader that the Greek myths should come from one hand, and the Norse myths from another. The classical work of Hawthorne has been generously drawn upon. Contents: Three Golden Apples; Pomegranate Seeds; Chimera; Golden Touch; Gorgon's Head; Dragon's Teeth; Miraculous Pitcher; Paradise of Children; Cyclops; Argonauts; Giant Builder; How Odin Lost His Eye; Quest of the Hammer; Apples of Idun; Death of Balder; Star and the Lily.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Hamilton Wright Mabie
ISBN-10: 1169775578
ISBN-13: 9781169775572
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 370
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.52lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.88d