Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters - Softcover

DK

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0241189411 ISBN 13: 9780241189412

Publisher: DK Children, 2015

Synopsis

From Ancient Greek gods to werewolves, dragons to the City of Gold, enter into the world of myths, beasts, and magical monsters in this brilliant myth compendium for kids.

A vibrant introduction to myths and legends for children, the Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters introduces both classic stories and some that you may have never heard before. Stunning images bring the myths to life, while character biographies highlight all the information you need to truly understand the story being told.

Discover the story of Jason and the Golden Fleece, learn all about the thundering Thor, and wonder at the deeds of the ancient hero, Heracles. Find out all about mythical quests and battles, from the gods and heroes of the Trojan War to the Knights of the Round Table's quest for the Holy Grail. Read up on the myths of many world cultures, such as the Russian witch Baba Yaga and the tricksy Polynesian demi-god Maui, and marvel at the similarities in myths from around the world, from the many monsters of the deep to stories of shapeshifters in Ancient Egypt, Australia, and elsewhere.

All these fantastical tales and more are in the Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters, the perfect guide to heroes, monsters, and everything inbetween.

About this title

About the Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world's leading illustrated reference publisher and part of Penguin Random House, formed on July 1, 2013. DK publishes highly visual, photographic nonfiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 87 countries and in 62 languages, with offices in Delhi, London, Melbourne, Munich, New York, and Toronto. DK's aim is to inform, enrich, and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products. Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery, and parenting. DK's extensive children's list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers, and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the bestselling LEGO(R) books. DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series and Prima Games, video gaming publishers, as well as the award-winning travel publisher, Rough Guides.

Edition details

• Publisher: DK Children
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0241189411
• ISBN 13: 9780241189412
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144