Jean Menzies

Vďaka tejto knihe spoznáte alebo si pripomeniete najznámejšie grécke báje a povesti, gréckych bohov, hrdinov aj bájne bytosti, ktoré v nich vystupujú. Grécke mýty sa medzi ľuďmi šíria mnohými spôsobmi viac než tisíc rokov. Antické symboly a inšpirácie z gréckych bájí a mýtov dnes nachádzame na každom kroku nášho života. Starodávna grécka keramika nadchýna mnohých milovníkov umenia. Kniha je bohato ilustrovaná a doplnená unikátnym rodostromom božstiev. Burácajúci trojzubec, prefíkaný Odyseus či nebojácne Amazonky? To všetko a ešte oveľa viac nájdete v novej knihe Grécke mýty. Mnohé sa z nej môžu naučiť naši najmenší i ich rodičia.

A beautifully illustrated collection of 20 ancient Egyptian myths retold for children aged 7-9. Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, and warring gods in this thrilling compendium of ancient Egyptian myths. With 20 exciting tales alongside fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in one of the world's great early civilizations. From the creation of the world to the first pharaohs, this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology, revealing fascinating elements of culture and religion along the way. The enthralling stories introduce mighty gods and wicked villains, while a handy reference section is packed with information about the ancient Egyptians themselves. Learn how Ra fought daily battles to make the Sun rise, how trouble-making Set brought chaos to the kingdom, and how Osiris became the first mummy. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 20 enthralling new retellings of favourite myths as well as some you might not have heard before. Encourage your children to explore: - Over 20 fascinating Egyptian myths, covering famous classics and lesser known stories - Striking illustrations by multi-award winning artist Katie Ponder - Stunning gold foil on the cover - A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader's convenience - Key reference spreads combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference information It's time to dive into the Duat underworld, ride into the sky on the back of the heavenly cow, and discover the secrets of the pharaoh's tombs. Egyptian Myths brings the world of ancient Egypt to life and is the perfect gift for children who love history and mythology. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection! Discover stories from Ancient Greece like never before with Greek Myths, and uncover action-packed tales of extraordinary creatures and compelling gods, goddesses and more with Norse Myths.

Discover the stories of goddesses and other powerful women shared throughout the ages in this beautifully illustrated compendium for children. With profiles of over 80 goddesses, heroines, and legendary women featured, this is a must-have introduction to the key female figures from cultures all over the world. More than 30 beloved stories are retold by award-winning author Jean Menzies, with striking illustrations bringing the tales to life. Find out how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume saved the day by dancing; how ancient Greek witch Medea helped to defeat a dragon; and how legendary Celtic warrior Scathach trained the hero Cu Chulainn to fight. In addition, the reference section is packed with extra information, including a pronunciation guide. Goddesses and Heroines is the ideal gift, with foil on the cover and stunning illustrations throughout. Children will love exploring the tales by themselves or as bedtime stories.