D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths

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Key Features Description 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. "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 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. "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 Product Details Item #: NTS525015 ISBN13: 9780545250153 Format: Paperback Book Pages: 208 Genre: Myths and Legends Grades: 5 - 9 Lexile Measure: 1070L Guided Reading Level: GR Level X DRA Level: 60 ACR Level: 6.6 Key Features Item #: NTS525015 ISBN13: 9780545250153 Format: Paperback Book Pages: 208 Genre: Myths and Legends Grades: 5 - 9 Lexile Measure: 1070L Guided Reading Level: GR Level X DRA Level: 60 ACR Level: 6.6