American Mythology

By Don Nardo

Book Overview

This volume explores some of the popular myths of the modern United States and discusses their role in the culture and the values they reflect. Readers are introduced to American frontier heroes, both real and imaginary, such as Davy Crockett and Paul Bunyon. The book covers details about legendary ghost ships, haunted houses, pirate treasure, monsters, and lost cities, and relates these stories to the experiences and values of American culture.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1420509047
• ISBN13: 9781420509045
• Release Date: December 2012
• Publisher: Lucent Press
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.2" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 12 to 16 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 11