Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends
Hachette Children's Group Live Like A Goddess: Life Lessons from Legends
Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for teenagers and young women - a beautifully illustrated book of goddess life lessons, myths and legends.For centuries, cultures around the world celebrated tales and myths of daring and brave goddesses. These twenty-one legendary ladies were tenacious, smart and strong. Meet...· Osun, the Yoruba goddess of love who stands up to those who believe women are less important than men· Rhiannon, the Welsh queen of fairies who won't let anyone make decisions for her and instead follows her heart· Freyja, the Norse goddess of love and death who sets boundaries and is comfortable with being a single independent womanThese rich and often forgotten female stories of the ancient past will inspire you to be just as confident, courageous, fierce and fearless in the future. 'With an ancient, earnest heart, Live like a Goddess continues a venerable tradition of reading myth not just for fun but for personal enrichment. I am warmed by these diverse tales and their lessons in ambition, wisdom and courage' - Amy Jeffs, author of the bestselling Storyland"Menzies presents gem-like stories of powerful women, lifting them up to guide future generations. A gorgeous reclamation of our human heritage." Luna McNamara, author of Psyche and ErosTrade Review"Illuminating" * Take a Break *"Menzies presents gem-like stories of powerful women, lifting them up to guide future generations. A gorgeous reclamation of our human heritage." -- Luna McNamara, author of Psyche and Eros"A playful new book with an ancient, earnest heart, Live like a Goddess continues a venerable tradition of reading myth not just for fun but for personal enrichment. I am warmed by these diverse tales and their lessons in ambition, wisdom and courage" -- Amy Jeffs, author of the bestselling Storyland
£11.69
Templar Publishing Ancient Love Stories: the most remarkable
Book SynopsisWe don't have to look to works of fiction to find tales of true love. The pages of history are crammed with stories about love that are, quite literally, true. And many of them are among the greatest love stories ever told.Ancient Love Stories brings together some of the most remarkable romances in history - from tales of fearless queens and besotted emperors to men who died fighting for the men they loved. These accounts of passion, jealousy, hope and longing show that perhaps little has changed over the last three thousand years - love, above all, has endured.Written by award-winning classicist Emily Hauser and with beautiful artwork by illustrator Sander Berg.Trade ReviewAncient Love Stories will appeal to both history and romance fans and to all readers longing for their own epic love story. * School Reading List *
£15.29
Andrews UK Limited Stories from Norway
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£7.59
O'Brien Press Ltd Die Beliebtesten Irischen Sagen
Book SynopsisA stunning illustrated collection of Irish legends, including: The Salmon of Knowledge, How Cú Chulainn Got His Name, The Children of Lir, The King with Donkey’s Ears, Fionn and the Giant, The White Wolfhound, and Oisín. This is a unique book, the only German language edition of an Irish legends collection for children. In a handy pocket format, which is also available in English, French, Spanish and Italian.
£7.82
Scholastic The Blazing Unicorn
Book SynopsisIf you were granted three wishes, what would you wish for?For Marie, that dream becomes a reality when she finds a magicalunicorn deep in the forest. But when Marie decides to tell her father,he tricks her into bestowing the wishes to him then enslavesthe unicorn by demanding never-ending wishes. Unable to say no, the unicorn submits...
£7.59
White Star Dedalus and Icarus
Book SynopsisThis new series is thought for the little one to approach for the first time the wonderful and rich world of classic Greek mythology. Each volume will show, with an easy and adventurous language, the adventures of the most beloved heroes, gods, goddesses and mythological creatures. Epic stories, the sense of adventure, fantasy, magic and heroism are the elements which all the tales have in common. Ages 5 +
£8.90
White Star Medusa
Book SynopsisThis new series is thought for the little one to approach for the first time the wonderful and rich world of classic Greek mythology. Each volume will show, with an easy and adventurous language, the adventures of the most beloved heroes, gods, goddesses and mythological creatures. Epic stories, the sense of adventure, fantasy, magic and heroism are the elements which all the tales have in common. Ages 5 +
£8.90
HarperCollins Publishers Discovering Tutankhamuns Tomb Band 15Emerald
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelIn 1922, Howard Carter and his team discovered an Ancient Egyptian tomb that was to become world famous with the mummified body of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun inside. Find out what was inside the tomb and what we can learn from it about the world of Ancient Egypt in this fascinating information book by Juliet Kerrigan.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Text type: An information bookCurriculum links: History; GeographyThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.46
HarperCollins Publishers The Maya
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelGet an understanding of one of the world's ancient civilisations, find out all about their way of life, intriguing rituals and bizarre sports in this fascinating account of how the Maya first established themselves over 20,000 years ago in Central America and their eventual demise.Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books.Text type:Curriculum links:
£10.92
HarperCollins Publishers Fantastic Monsters
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers. The 7+ books are designed for children aged 7+ who need more practice to acquire phonics skills.
£9.30
Pan Macmillan Escape Room Puzzles Tomb of the Pharaohs
Book SynopsisAre you smart enough to help Ethan, Kiran, Cassia and Zane stop a long-forgotten ancient Egyptian tomb from disappearing forever?This dynamic, interactive book is packed with all kinds of puzzles, including fiendish mazes, cunning logic problems, codes to crack, tricky memory challenges, and much more. Long ago, a thief tried to steal precious stones from an ancient artefact hidden in the pyramid, but left them all around the tomb. To return the stolen gems and save the pyramid from sinking into the sand, you will need every ounce of brainpower to progress through the challenges, navigating through five locations to the final exit. Throughout the book, nuggets of non-fiction information about ancient Egypt are scattered on the pages.Look out for all the books in the Escape Room Puzzles series and see if you have what it takes to help the gang carry out each mission!
£7.59
Tuttle Publishing Kojiki The Birth of Japan
Book SynopsisTrade Review"What makes this book special is the author's own long familiarity with the actual physical locations where some of the events took place…Because of her intense personal connection with the Kojiki story, Kazumi Wilds was moved to design and print a very special limited-edition artist book on her own handmade paper that embodied the mystery of the original story. Tuttle now gives a much wider audience the opportunity to experience this beautifully executed book." --Timothy Barrett, Director, University of Iowa Center for the Book"Kazumi Wilds' beautifully conceived retelling of the Kojiki comes at a perfect time, coinciding as it does with a resurgence of interest in Japan's earliest surviving work. The illustrations are exquisitely executed, perfectly evoking not only the mystery of myth, but also resonating with the rhythms of the text in a way that will bring this classic of world mythology alive…" --Gustav Heldt, Associate Professor of Japanese Literature, University of Virginia & translator of The Kojiki: An Account of Ancient Matters"Visually stunning and textually lyrical, Wilds captures the playfulness and sense of humor which often gets lost in the act of translation and study of the Japanese creation myth. First birth, first death, and, ultimately, the divorce at the cosmic level, this works gives insights into how modern Japanese society still lives under the shadow of Kojiki. Here in our hands, we have a welcome addition to the Kojiki study that is both modern and traditional, profound and profane, celestial and earthy." --Mariko Nagai, Associate Professor of Creative Writing and Japanese Literature at Temple University Japan Campus
£6.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Egyptian Tales The Phantom of the Nile
Book SynopsisMenes is training as a scribe in the local temple, and to earn extra money to help his poor family, he agrees to assist rich old Maiarch. Menes must write a prayer to rid Maiarch of an old family ghost. But what if the ghost is actually more human than superhuman?
£5.99
Hachette Children's Group A Fragile Enchantment
Book SynopsisAn unforgettable YA regency-inspired romantic fantasy about a seamstress who is sent to dress the prince for his royal wedding - and the scandal she weaves in her wake. All Niamh has longed for is to be remembered: to create something that will last far longer than she will. For her, that means becoming a renowned dressmaker, using the magic in her blood that lets her stitch emotions and memories into fabric - the same magic that will eventually kill her.When Niamh is commissioned to design the prince's wardrobe for a royal wedding in Avaland, she knows she finally has her chance to leave her legacy. But Avaland is far from the fairytale that she imagined. While nobles and the elite attend extravagant balls and candlelit garden parties, unrest brews amid the working class. Niamh finds herself drawn to Kit, the prince whom she must dress for his wedding, despite his cold, prickly demeanour. And soon, a gossip column reports on their undeniable chemistry between them, threatening scandal. Niamh must decide if reputation should come above all else, whether her magic curse will allow her to experience love, and what cost she is willing to pay for a future she never thought possible...Threaded with intrigue and unforgettable characters, A Fragile Enchantment is a sweeping romance for the ages.Trade ReviewFantasy of manners at its very height. A Fragile Enchantment brims with longing: between the bantering characters and in their desires for a better world. Allison Saft has a talent for dynamics you'll adore. * Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *This delightful novel weaves together the romance and passion of a Regency romance with the magic, whimsy, and heart of a Ghibli film. I was left utterly enchanted. * Axie Oh, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea *Achingly romantic and full of heart....Saft proves that her ability to craft a heart-wrenching, healing love story is unparalleled. Like Niamh's enchanted gowns, Saft's story is woven with a kind of magic that keeps you in the palm of her hands from the first page to the very last. * Courtney Gould, author of Where Echoes Die *
£9.49
Hachette Children's Group The Small and Mighty Book of Myths and Legends:
Book SynopsisThe Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can't get enough of their favourite subject.This Small and Mighty Book is a treasure trove bursting with facts about myths and legends from around the world. Inside readers will discover some of the earliest stories ever told, from gods and supernatural forces to a three-headed guard dog and coloured clouds forming the world. With a wealth of fun and fascinating mythical facts that were passed down by word of mouth as early peoples tried to make sense of the world around them, this is a book no legend lover can afford to be without!Bumba created the Universe in the Congo creation myth because he was lonely and unwell. He vomited up the Sun, Moon, stars and nine animals from which all the creatures of the world were created.In ancient Egypt, people were often buried with their possessions. Important people were often buried with models of servants called Ushabtis to serve them in the afterlife.Table of ContentsClassical Myths: See all the weird and wonderful myths and characters of the ancient world • Myths from Africa: From the Zambian crab monster to the Jengu river spirit, discover the African myths you don't hear about in school • European Myths: Warrior Queens and Wolf Giants, Europe has mysteries abound • Myths from Asia and Oceania: Learn about heroic battles and epic punishments • Myths from the Americas: Featuring hungry spirits, trickster gods and Caribbean zombies.
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd The King who Loved Gold
Book SynopsisA charming retelling of the Greek Myth, in which King Midas discovers that his family is worth much more to him than gold. With enchanting illustrations by Paula Bossio, and free online audio.
£6.23
Andersen Press Ltd My Brother Plato
Book SynopsisPotone lives in Athens with her mum, her stepdad and her incredibly annoying brother, Plato. The city is at war with the ferocious Spartans. When Potone is not arguing with Plato, she is often overcome by her anxiety. Her stepbrother, Demos, a young man with fire in his heart and a thirst for battle, brings his war cries to the streets of Athens and the heart of their home. But Potone and Plato’s constant bickering has set them both up to be very good at debating. Can she overcome her fears and find a way to bring peace to her home and her city? Cover art by Daniel Duncan
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Beasts of Ruin
Book SynopsisThe powerful and magical sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller BEASTS OF PREY, perfect for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES.''A fast-paced, rip-roaring ride that grabs you by the throat and never lets you go. A masterpiece of magic'' - Namina Forna, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Ones on Beasts of PreyKoffi, gifted with powerful magic, has saved the boy she loves - at a terrible price. Now Koffi is a servant to the god of death, and must choose between the life she once had, or the life she could have if she truly embraced her power.Ekon is on the run from the ancient brotherhood he betrayed, and desperate to find Koffi: the girl who saved his life. But as he treks into the greater wilds of Eshoza in search of her, he must also contend with secrets his ancestors never wanted him to know.Separated by land, sea, and gods, Ko
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Gaia: Goddess of Earth
Book SynopsisImagine you made something that was so beautiful and powerful that everyone wanted to take it for themselves. And then you had to watch them destroy it. Would you fight for it? Meet Gaia, the ancient Greek goddess who created the Earth and the universe that stretched beyond it. She raised trees from their roots to the sky, sent waterfalls tumbling over cliffs and created the tides that sloshed on the shore. She gifted her creation to animals and mortals, and watched as they made it their home. But she also created a force she couldn’t control: the ambition of gods. Gaia watched as the gods fought brutal wars and manipulated mortals such as Hercules and Achilles, disturbing peace on Earth. Storms raged, fires blazed and people, animals and plants suffered. Gaia begged the gods to look after her creation, but no one listened. But Gaia never gave up fighting for a better world. This is her story. Written and illustrated by two remarkable sisters, Imogen and Isabel Greenberg, this story is an exciting and action-packed adventure, with a poignant environmental message at the heart of it: the pursuit of power damages our natural world, and we all have to work together to protect it.Trade ReviewFor 6+ mythology fans, this story of the Greek goddess who created Earth – then watched, dismayed, as generations of gods ravaged it – is thrillingly told and illustrated in comic-style panels, with the three Fates commenting snarkily from the borders. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *
£14.24
Usborne Publishing Ltd Illustrated Stories from the Greek Myths
Book SynopsisA wonderful collection of six classic Greek myths and legends, specially retold for younger readers. Includes the stories of 'The Wooden Horse', 'The Minotaur' and 'The Odyssey', as well as a guide to the Greek Gods. Beautifully bound in padded hardback, and packed with information, color and culture, this makes a thrilling read for any child. With a pronunciation guide to Greek names on the Usborne Quicklinks website.
£17.99
Templar Publishing Myths, Mummies and Magic in Ancient Egypt
Book SynopsisThe ancient Egyptian myths are some of the oldest and most famous stories in the world. This striking new comic book collection will be the perfect introduction to the world of the ancient Egyptians - containing six tales full of mythical creatures, gods, pharaohs and adventure.With striking illustrations by Núria Tamarit, this retelling of the Egyptian myths will delight readers of all ages.Trade ReviewBursting with detail and humour, and Tamarit's funny and fascinating comic-strip illustrations, this fully accessible and entertaining retelling of ancient myths is a delight for readers both young and old.' * Lancashire Evening Post *Packed with both adventure and information, it will encourage children to think about, discuss and find out more about the life, culture and beliefs of this period. * The School Reading List *Readers familiar with Ancient Egypt will enjoy the humour and there's a good dash of obscure fact to add to their knowledge. * Books for Topics *
£13.49
The Emma Press Falling Out of the Sky: Poems About Myths and
Book SynopsisFalling Out Of The Sky is a treasury of poems which retell classic myths, legends and fairytales from across the world. Hansel and Gretel’s witch takes us behind the scenes of the construction of her gingerbread cottage, and Medusa explains how the snakes on her head rule out a lot of options in everyday life – wearing a hat, for example. Full of alternate viewpoints and spirited new versions of old stories, Falling Out The Sky is a friendly introduction to poetry as well as the joy of literature. In tales about the beginning of time to the end of the world, poets and characters speak directly to the readers, revelling in the possibilities of storytelling. These are poems which parents can read aloud to younger children, and which older children can read to themselves, delighting in the mischief and invention of the poets.Trade ReviewAn exciting collection that challenges in a way few anthologies for children do.
£8.50
