This book is a collection of sixteen favorite Greek myths which catch the magic of the stories for today's readers with its lively retellings and colorful illustrations.
Explores the myths and legends of the ancient Greeks and of the Norsemen, presenting background information on the history and religious beliefs of the two cultures.
Explains how people have seen pictures in the sky for thousands of years, calling these star patterns constellations, and gives the modern list of constellations and when they are visible.
Alphabetically arranged entries provide information on the myths of ancient Greece and Rome, with entries covering heroes, gods, events, places, and constellations that make up ancient Greek and Roman literature.