Mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman, and Norse myths and legends that are the keystone of Western culture -- the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human creativity ...

This appealing book, highlighting a popular example of early American fiction, features fun facts about the legend and its author as well as carefully chosen photographs and illustrations.

Two brothers share many adventures after their death when they are reunited in Nangiyala, the land where sagas come from.

Endymion, Pelops, Daedalus, Pygmalion -- we recognize the names, but what are the stories behind these and other familiar gods from the Greek pantheon -- names that recur throughout the history of European culture?

Signet Classics brings this fine edition back into print, giving American readers another opportunity to refamiliarize themselves with one of the greatest epic adventures of all time.

Retells the Greek myths: The Gorgon's head, The golden touch, The paradise of children. The three golden apples, The miraculous pitcher, The Chimera.

Can two young boys outsmart and outwit the lords of death? The Hero Twins, Hunahpu and Xbalanque, were blessed by the Mayan gods with special powers.

I highly recommend this book to readers interested in folklore, African American literature, and Southern history. 'Uncle Remus, His Songs and His Sayings' offers a delightful and insightful journey into the heart of American storytelling.

Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children.

Brief, simplified tales introduce young readers to the gods and goddesses of ancient Greek mythology.