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Zeus and the rise of the Olympians

2012
A graphic novel retelling of the Greek myth about how Zeus led the Olympians to seize control of Mount Olympus from his father, Cronus.

Leonardo da Vinci

the Renaissance man
2011
A graphic novel biography of Renassance Italy's artist, scientist, and inventor Leonardo da Vinci, discussing his early years, life in various parts of Italy, his development as an artist, and his forays into science, architecture, and invention.

Jason and the Argonauts

2011
A graphic novel adaptation of the classic Greek myth in which Jason and the Argonauts are sent on a quest for King Pelias to capture the Golden Fleece, but after years of sailing, Jason must succeed in a series of trials before he can claim his prize.

Perseus

destiny's call
2011
A graphic novel retelling of the Greek myth about Perseus, a mortal fisherman whose father was Zeus, who is given the task of killing the gorgon Medusa and returning with her head as proof. Knowing he has been sent on a suicide mission, the gods take pity on him and give him gifts to help him accomplish his goal.

Steve Jobs

2012
Presents, in graphic novel format, the life and accomplishments of Steve Jobs, co-founder of the Apple Computer Company.

Everyday life in Ancient Rome

2012
Describes, in graphic novel format, the everyday life of the people living in Rome, Italy, in 202 AD.

Everyday life in ancient Greece

2012
Describes, in graphic novel format, the everyday life of the people in Athens in ancient Greece.

The lonely existence of asteroids and comets

2012
In graphic novel format, explores asteroids and comets, including their formation, differences, and impact on life on Earth.

Annie Sullivan and the trials of Helen Keller

2012
A graphic novel that explores the role of Annie Sullivan as teacher and companion to Helen Keller and discusses the bond that formed between the two women as Helen went on to accomplish many feats.

Defying death in the mountains

2010
Discusses how to survive in the mountains, with depictions, in graphic novel format, of three true survival stories, including a plane crash in the Andes in 1972 and the case involving Aron Ralston, whose arm was trapped by a rock while climbing in Utah in 2003.

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