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Journey to a world of heroic deeds and fantastic creatures with three exciting myths, ready to thrill a new generation. The heroes of Greek Myths are the boldest, bravest characters of all time! Gallop through the clouds with Pegasus, the legendary flying horse. Join Hercules on his epic quest to prove he is a true hero! Create a cunning plan with Odysseus to end a war using only a wooden horse.
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"A new and modern retelling of all the major myths of Ancient Greek mythology by one of the leading scholars of classical myth"--
"An enticing and entrancing new telling of ancient Greek myths. Gripping tales that abound with fantastic characters and astonishing twists and turns, Greek myths confront what it means to be mortal in a world of powerful forces beyond human control. Little wonder that they continue to fascinate readers thousands of years...
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32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm
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"Legends have a way of working themselves into our lives. You may not know the stories, but you know the signs. Discover the chilling tale of the jack-o'lantern, learn the legacy of the witch, and find out why you think breaking a mirror will have consequences...if you dare"--Back cover.
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48 pages ; 24 cm.
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"No one knows family drama like the Titans. And when they go head-to-head with the Olympians, the battle lasts ten years-and includes plenty of jealousy and sibling rivalry. Who comes out on top in this epic family fight for control of the universe? Find out in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth"--
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"After discovering that she is a shield maiden who can repel any attack, a fanatical jarl binds Freya with a blood oath to protect Skaland"--
Bound in an unwanted marriage, Freya spends her days gutting fish, but dreams of becoming a warrior. And of putting an axe in her boorish husband's back. Freya's dreams abruptly become reality when her husband betrays her to the region's jarl, landing her in a fight to the death against his son, Bjorn. To survive,...
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48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
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"When young hero Jason sets out to claim his rightful throne, he faces many challenges along the way. The most difficult of all? Capturing the Golden Fleece. Thankfully, he has his fellow heroes-the Argonauts-by his side. Find out if Jason and his pals succeed in their quest in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth"--
7) Spin
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391 pages ; 24 cm
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Sixteen-year-old Archne turns to weaving for solace, but when word spreads of her skill she is confronted by the goddess Athena and the two enter a weaving contest that results in transformation and redemption.
8) Murtagh
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INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon in this stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle. Join Dragon Rider—and fan favorite—Murtagh and his dragon as they confront a perilous new enemy!
“Christopher Paolini is a true rarity.” —The Washington...
“Christopher Paolini is a true rarity.” —The Washington...
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"This story is about two boys, separated by centuries, parted by myth, divided by reality. Two boys hoping to be men. Two boys severed from their fathers. Two boys searching a maze of manhood"--
From the UK Children's Laureate comes a spellbinding YA novel in verse blending the ancient myth of Theseus and the Minotaur with the quest of a modern-day teen in search of his father. Theo, a seventeen-year-old London schoolboy with a single mother, is...
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48 pages ; 24 cm.
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"Life isn't easy when you're cursed with a headful of snakes for hair. Medusa knows that better than anyone. But she didn't start out in such a state. What happened? Who's to blame? And who's the real hero? Find out in this modern, action-packed graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth"--
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"Manchuria, 1908. In the last years of the dying Qing Empire, a courtesan is found frozen in a doorway. Her death is clouded by rumors of foxes, which are believed to lure people by transforming themselves into beautiful women and handsome men. Bao, a detective with an uncanny ability to sniff out the truth, is hired to uncover the dead woman's identity. Since childhood, Bao has been intrigued by the fox gods, yet they've remained tantalizingly out...
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 21 cm
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"Young children love hearing about the larger-than-life characters and amazing tales of Greek mythology. My Little Golden Book About Greek Gods and Goddesses is full of exciting, colorful illustrations and descriptions of Athena, Zeus, Poseidon, Aphrodite, Hermes, and many more."--
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These lively and entertaining folk tales from one of Britain's most diverse counties are vividly retold by writer, storyteller and poe t Jennie Bailey and storyteller, writer,psychotherapist and shamanic guide David England. Take a fantasy journey around Lancashire, the Phantom Voice at Southport, the Leprechauns of Liverpool and the famous hanging of Pendle Witches at Lancaster,to the infamous Miss Whiplash at Clitheroe. Enjoy a rich feast of local...
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Get the Summary of Richard Dawkins's The Magic of Reality in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Magic of Reality" explores the concept of reality, emphasizing that while not everything real is directly perceivable, scientific tools allow us to confirm the existence of phenomena beyond our senses. The book discusses how evidence of dinosaurs exists through fossils, and how telescopes reveal distant celestial bodies,...
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The stories in this book will provide entertainment for everyone and evoke wonder in the most jaded observer of the human condition. Some of the exploits that Fred D. Cavinder describes are half-hidden footnotes to national and international happenings. Others seem so typical of Indiana that they will appeal to anyone who understands the Hoosier spirit. But all of them are true-recorded in reliable accounts or by reliable witnesses from early times...
16) Ciudad Victoria
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Español
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*German Booksellers' Peace Prize 2023* «Ciudad Victoria es colosal y profunda, elevada y resplandeciente. Cada página es mágica, cada página es espléndida. Tratándose de una obra de arte significativa, no se parece a ninguna otra novela que pueda nombrar [...]. Un logro mayúsculo de uno de nuestros mejores autores vivos».
Michael Cunningham
La epopeya de una mujer que infunde vida a un imperio fantástico que acabará por devorarla al...
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The Highlands of Scotland are rich in traditional stories. Even today, in the modern world of internet and supermarkets, old legends dating as far back as the times of the Gaels, Picts and Vikings are still told at night around the fireside. They are tales of the sidh – the fairy people – and their homes in the green hills; of great and gory battles, and of encounters with the last wolves in Britain; of solitary ghosts, and of supernatural creatures...
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With its wild eroding sea, its gentle rolling fields and tall churches, Suffolk is a county of contrasts. It may seem a kindly and civilised place, but in that sea, in the reed beds, the woods and even down dark town streets lurk strange beasts, ghosts and tricksters.
These thirty traditional tales retold by storyteller Kirsty Hartsiotis take you into a hidden world of green children and wildmen, of lovers from beyond the grave and tricksy fairy...
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Have you ever imagined stepping into a world where ancient myths and legendary creatures are brought to life through captivating illustrations? 'Japanese Mythology' invites you on a visual and narrative journey into the mystical heart of Japan's most beloved tales and folklore. This beautifully illustrated book features: Stunning artwork that vividly portrays the essence of each myth, enhancing the storytelling experience.In-depth explorations of...
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