Michael Townsend's amazing Greek myths of wonder and blunders : welcome to the wonderful world of Greek mythology
Title
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Michael Townsend's amazing Greek myths of wonder and blunders : welcome to the wonderful world of Greek mythology
Personal Author EPSB
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Michael. Townsend
Summary
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From Hercules' snake assassin slippers to Arachne's wicked weaver rap songs, these are the mythic monsters and Hellenic heroes that have captured Western culture for centuries--but a whole lot more fun. Kids won't be able to resist the bickering sheep, unruly rulers, and undercover details of Amazing Greek Myths--while teachers, librarians, and parents can relish this new way to share moral messages that remain as relevant today as they were a thousand years ago.
Other Title
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Amazing Greek myths of wonder and blunders
Year Published
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2010
Physical Description
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160 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Contents
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The foolish King Midas and the golden touch -- Pandora and the box of mystery -- Pygmalion and his rocky relationship!!! -- The abduction of Persephone -- Arachne gets a big head!!! -- Perseus vs. two nasty kings and a really ugly monster -- Pyramus and Thisbe: an icky love story -- The short flight of Icarus! -- Hercules and the ten labors (give or take a few) -- The drawn-out finale.
Subject
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Greek mythology -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Mythology, Greek -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Graphic novels.
Summary
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From Hercules' snake assassin slippers to Arachne's wicked weaver rap songs, these are the mythic monsters and Hellenic heroes that have captured Western culture for centuries--but a whole lot more fun. Kids won't be able to resist the bickering sheep, unruly rulers, and undercover details of Amazing Greek Myths--while teachers, librarians, and parents can relish this new way to share moral messages that remain as relevant today as they were a thousand years ago.
ISBN
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9780803733084
Publisher
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New York : Dial Books for Young Readers, 2010.
| Library | Call Number | Type | Item Barcode | Status |
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| Brightview | GN TOW | Book | 30504000052113 | Graphic Novels |