This thrilling collection recreates for young readers some of the central tales based on Greek mythology. They'll follow the harrowing adventures of Ulysses, meet the lovely Helen of Troy, behold the amazing Trojan horse, join Jason on his quest for the Golden Fleece, and learn about the legendary deeds of other remarkable Greek heroes. Republication of the edition published by Longmans, Green and Co. Ltd., London, 1907.
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The Adventures of Odysseus and The Tale of Troy by Padraic Colum, Willy Pogany Retelling of Homer's Iliad and Odyssey for young readers recalls the horrid Cyclops, treacherous Sirens, and the evil Circe as they attempt to keep Odysseus from his wife, Penelope. 16 black-and-white illustrations.
The Blue Fairy Book by Andrew Lang Finest stories from around the world — most of them old favorites: "Sleeping Beauty," "Rumpelstiltskin," "Cinderella," "The Arabian Nights," 33 more. Includes original 138 black-and-white illustrations.
The Adventures of Ulysses by Bruce LaFontaine Twenty-seven dramatic, ready-to-color illustrations depict the legendary Greek hero and his crew as they encounter the terrible Cyclops, confront a tribe of giant cannibals, and face other challenges. Captions.
Bulfinch’s Greek and Roman Mythology: The Age of Fable by Thomas Bulfinch Vivid myths of Greece and Rome, plus stories of Norse gods and heroes. Zeus and Hera, Apollo, Jason and the golden fleece, the wanderings of Ulysses and Aeneas, the deeds of Thor, many more.
