D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths

by Ingri d'Aulaire, Edgar Parin d'Aulaire Narrated by Paul Newman, Sidney Poitier, Kathleen Turner

Overview

Notes From Your Bookseller

This book is the perfect introduction to Greek Mythology for children. With its gorgeous illustrations and in-depth descriptions of the iconic legends in Greek Mythology, D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths will make a great addition to any child’s reading collection.

Read by Paul Newman, Sidney Poitier, Kathleen Turner, and Matthew Broderick

Here are the immortals of Olympus-the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece-as freshly described as if they were alive today.

Mighty Zeus with his fistful of thunderbolts; mischievous little Hermes; grey-eyed Athena, godess of wisdom; Asclepius, the first physician; Orpheus and his beloved Euridice; Helios the sun, crossing the heavens in his fiery chariot. . . these and other equally fabulous figures are featured here with their heroic deeds and petty squabbles illuminated in full dimension.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book . . . the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation."
—The Horn Book

“The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative.”—The New York Times

A New York Public Library’s 100 Great Children’s Books|100 Years selection

An NPR 100 Must-Reads for Kids 9–14 selection

MAR 97 - AudioFile

This best-loved children’s book about the gods and goddesses, kings and heroes of ancient Greek mythology offers a whirlwind introduction to Zeus, Hera, Hermes and the other gods, and their often rascally behavior on Mount Olympus and among mortals on Earth. The four superstars who alternate reading the tales do a fine job interpreting the drama and humor in the d’Aulaires’ retellings of these classic stories. This is a listening treat for young and old alike, but keeping track of the complex genealogy of the gods is a challenge. Children will get the most out of this audio presentation if they can follow along with a copy of the book. C.R.A. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940169407723
Publisher:	Penguin Random House
Publication date:	11/13/2012
Edition description:	Unabridged
Sales rank:	698,150
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

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