Description
Book SynopsisA stunning gift book drawing together mythological poems – classic and brand-new – from around the world, illustrated throughout in black and white by award-winning former children's laureate Chris Riddell. Compiled by bestselling anthologist Ana Sampson, with an introduction by Natalie Haynes, author of Stone Blind.
People all over the world have always told each other stories. And from the very earliest times, many of these stories were told in verse. This collection of poems includes retellings and reimaginings of Roman, Greek, Egyptian, Norse, Celtic, Aztec, Japanese and Inuit mythology.
You will meet gods, monsters, tricksters, heroes, magical creatures and objects, magicians and spirits including Medusa, Icarus, Loki, Osiris, the Minotaur, Pegasus, Bunyip, Kukulcan, Cerberus, Beowolf and Mjolnir and there are footnotes to shine a light on the stories themselves.
Includes poems from Neil Gaiman, W B Yeats, Kae Tempest, Sylvia P
Trade Review
Dive into this fantastic collection about gods, goddesses and monsters from all over the world.. it is beautifully illustrated by Chris Riddell -- Natalie Haynes * The Big Issue *
This fabulous collection exceeded even my high expectations! It is a veritable dragon's horde of joy in poem form. There aren't enough stars for this one! * ReadingZone *
A beautifully created gift book for readers of every age! * Lancashire Evening Post *
Gods and Monsters – Mythological Poems is a masterpiece that will enrapture poetry and mythology enthusiasts alike. * Preneur World Magazine *
This is a fantastic and accessible collection for young people. * Juno Magazine *
Kids of ten-plus with a taste for mythology will enjoy this elegant collection * Metro *
