Description
Book SynopsisShortlisted for Children's Travel Book of the Year, Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards 2023
On this quest around the world, you will discover lost kingdoms, phantom islands and even legendary continents once sought by explorers but now believed to be mythical. For centuries, people have dreamed of finding the lost worlds of
Atlantis,
El Dorado and the
Seven Cities of Gold. As well as shedding light on these famously elusive places, this atlas contains
maps and
captivating illustrations to illuminate lesser-known destinations, from the
lost island of Hy-Brasil to the
desert city of Zerzura. You will learn about rich mythologies from different cultures, from the
Aztecs to the
ancient Britons, from the
Greek legends to
Japanese folklore.
Most of the places in this book have never been found, but within these pages you will succeed where the adve
Trade Review“The author of A Natural History of Fairies explores lost kingdoms and mythical places, from the island of Hy-Brasil to the desert city of Zerzura. Published in a highly illustrated, large-format hardback.” * The Bookseller *
"A fascinating blend of myth and history, this book will have the curiosity of every reader piqued." * Armadillo Magazine *
“Reading this book is like going on an amazing journey!” * Storytime Magazine *
