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Uncover tales of ancient beasts, in this beautiful anthology of mythologies

This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilisations. Discover 23 stories accompanied by beautiful, colourful illustrations. Through the incredible storytelling you can learn about fantastic creatures such as the Japanese baku, which had the power to devour nightmares, the wise Egyptian Sphinx, and the fearsome Minotaur who went head-to-head with Theseus in Greek mythology. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of objects, showing how each beast was represented in art.

A perfect, global introduction to the most fascinating stories about legendary creatures from ancient history.

Beasts of the Ancient World

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    A Hardback by Marchella Ward, Asia Orlando

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      Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
      Publication Date: 07/09/2023
      ISBN13: 9780241569078, 978-0241569078
      ISBN10: 0241569079
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      Children & Teen Non-Fiction

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Uncover tales of ancient beasts, in this beautiful anthology of mythologies

      This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilisations. Discover 23 stories accompanied by beautiful, colourful illustrations. Through the incredible storytelling you can learn about fantastic creatures such as the Japanese baku, which had the power to devour nightmares, the wise Egyptian Sphinx, and the fearsome Minotaur who went head-to-head with Theseus in Greek mythology. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of objects, showing how each beast was represented in art.

      A perfect, global introduction to the most fascinating stories about legendary creatures from ancient history.

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