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D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths by Ingri d'Aulaire; Edgar Parin d'Aulaire
US $6.00
ApproximatelyS$ 7.69
Condition:
Very Good
A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear.
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Located in: Mercer Island, Washington, United States
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eBay item number:235992990150
Item specifics
- Condition
- Binding
- Paperback
- Product Group
- Book
- Weight
- 1 lbs
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9780440406945
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
ISBN-10
0440406943
ISBN-13
9780440406945
eBay Product ID (ePID)
156460
Product Key Features
Book Title
D'aulaires Book of Greek Myths
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Classics, Legends, Myths, Fables / Greek & Roman, Historical / Ancient Civilizations, Social Science / Folklore & Mythology
Publication Year
1992
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
32.5 Oz
Item Length
12.2 in
Item Width
8.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Reviews
"For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book...the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation." -- Horn Book . "The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative."-- The New York Times A New York Public Library's 100 Great Children's Books 100 Years selection, "For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book...the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation." -- Horn Book . "The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative." -- The New York Times ., "For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book...the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation." --Horn Book. "The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative." --The New York Times.
Grade From
Third Grade
Grade To
Seventh Grade
Synopsis
"I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."--R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder . Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology--and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece--gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters--as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come. "For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book . . . the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation."-- The Horn Book "The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative."-- The New York Times A New York Public Library's 100 Great Children's Books100 Years selection An NPR 100 Must-Reads for Kids 9-14 selection, "I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."-R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder . Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology-and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece-gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters-as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come. "For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book . . . the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation."- The Horn Book "The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative."- The New York Times A New York Public Library's 100 Great Children's Books 100 Years selection An NPR 100 Must-Reads for Kids 9-14 selection, "I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."--R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder . Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology--and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece--gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters--as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come. "For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book . . . the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation."-- The Horn Book "The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative."-- The New York Times A New York Public Library's 100 Great Children's Books-100 Years selection An NPR 100 Must-Reads for Kids 9-14 selection
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- e***a (221)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGreat product and fast shipping
- 2***0 (472)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’ve never received a book so securely packaged. It arrived on time and the customer service is way above par. The book itself is a work of art.