Earth, Fire, Water, Air

by Mary Hoffman

Book Overview

Dramatizes the original elements known to the ancient world--earth, fire, water, and air--recounting tales of how these life-giving elements gave rise to legends, gods, heroes, and mythical beasts. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0525454209
• ISBN13: 9780525454205
• Release Date: October 1995
• Publisher: Dutton Juvenile
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.6" x 10.6"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Exquisitely done: a look at how different cultures have seen

This book has some of the most fabulous artwork of all books. If you're not familiar with Jane Ray, you will never forget her amazing style after you see this book or a companion book entitled Sun, Moon and Stars. Mary Hoffman and Jane Ray team up to write and illustrate these books that show how many cultures have interpreted and been inspired by these elements and share myths, beleifs, and legends that reflect their power and influence.