Publisher's Synopsis
Myths and Legends retells some of the most fantastic stories and folk tales from around the world. From the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece to the legend of the Knights of King Arthur, the stories in Myths and Legends abound with strange and wonderful happenings. Accompanied by stunning illustrations throughout, children of 6-11 years will be spellbound by the adventures of heroes, monsters, dragons and giants . . .
Mythical monsters and legendary heroes have fascinated people for thousands of years. No one will ever know for sure if the terrible Minotaur ever exited or if the ancient Greeks really did destroy the city of Troy with a huge, wooden horse. Perhaps the people within Myths and Legends really did exist, but over many, many years the stories surrounding them have become more and more outrageous until the true facts have all but disappeared. Whether true or untrue, Myths and Legends retells magical tales of fantastic feats and events that will captivate all who read them.
Contents
Theseus and the Minotaur
Daedalus and Icarus
Jason and the Golden Fleece
Bellerophon and Pegasus
Perseus and the Gorgon
Achilles and Hector
The Wooden Horse of Troy
Odysseus and the Cyclops
Horatius at the Bridge
Androclus and the Lion
Rungnir and Thor
Geirrodur the Troll King
Siegfried the Dragon Slayer
Beowulf
The Sword in the Stone
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
Rodrigo of Spain
Roland and Oliver
El Cid
William Tell
