Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Fiction >> Legends, Myths, Fables - Greek & Roman

Epic and thrilling, Homer's two age-old classics have been revisited countless times. Gillian Cross and Neil Packer's exquisite versions of The Iliad and The Odyssey make up an essential set for both Homer collectors and readers who have not yet made the acquaintance of Odysseus, Achilles, or Hector. Depicting their actions, and those of the gods they invoke, are vivid, stylistic illustrations reminiscent of...

When a mortal named Hercules transfers to Mount Olympus Academy, Athena wants to help him fit in. Not only does Hercules need help finding friends and adjusting to life at his new school, but he must also complete twelve "labors" in order to earn a permanent place at the academy--and a shot at achieving immortality.

Athena's dad, Principal Zeus, takes an interest in the new kid and asks his daughter to secretly watch out for him as he tries to complete his tasks. It will take...

Orpheus is a mortal rock god, and the girls at Mount Olympus Academy are wild about him With his lyre and singing voice, Orpheus can charm pretty much anything--even things like stones and trees. But Hades and the other MOA boys aren't charmed. In fact, they are less than thrilled that the girls are so gaga over this guy.

His fans are especially excited about his latest song about the girl he loved and lost, Eurydice. Orpheus was devastated when he lost Eurydice to the Underworld, so he...

Raised in a foster home since he was a few months old, Danbury led a simple life until his tenth birthday. He never knew his parents but one letter left on his bedside table would change this young man's future forever.

His simple life will no longer be, as a gift will arrive which will take him on the greatest of adventures. Danbury will learn of his heritage and find out he is more than just a boy but a descendant of greatness. With all his courage and wisdom, this child will partake on a number of labors that will test his integrity and perseverance.

Overcoming his fears, Danbury's...

When Pandora receives a shiny, gold box that says "Do Not Open " she is so curious that she ignores the warning and opens it Hundreds of bugs are let loose to fill the world with trouble. Pandora feels horrible until she finds something else in the box that can help: a fairy called Hope.

This Ready-to-Read retelling of the story of Pandora's Box is an ideal introduction to mythology for beginning readers.

Athena's arrogance gets the best of her when her attempts to improve King Minos's labyrinth have unexpected--and disastrous--results