The Random House Book of Greek Myths

by Joan D. Vinge

Book Overview

Greek myths make up the very pillar of Western culture. But they are more than classic stories every child should know. They are rousing tales-rich in character, drama, and high adventure-that have... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0679823778
• ISBN13: 9780679823773
• Release Date: October 1999
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.9" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

The Random House of Greek Myths by, Joan D. Vinge

It's a very good book. It took me to a imaginary place that I'd never been to. It was really fun reading this book.

Greek Myths rule

The illustrations in this book are fantastic. My kids love the book because the artwork brings the stories alive. They are beautiful creations.

Great Greek Myths for kids 8 and up

There hasn't been a wonderfully illustrated book of Greek Myths for over thirty years, until this lovely Random House book came out. Science fiction author (and anthropologist) Joan D. Vinge breathes vibrant life into the ancient stories so that they touched me as though they were brand new. Their universality is clear and powerful, thousands of years later, in the hands of this masterful author. And the illustrations by artist Oren Sherman are vivid and marvelously colorful. I'm eager to re-read them with children, so that I can share the wonder of these timeless tales.

Fantastic Illustrations!

Ideal introduction to Greek mythology, with gorgeous, deeply colored illustrations. This would make a great Christmas gift for bright children.