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Orpheus is young musician who holds magical powers over nature and people, and must travel deep into the Underworld to try to persuade Hades to allow him to bring his wife home again. Follow the tale as Orpheus joins the Argonauts on their quest, captivates gods and goddesses with his music and song, and completes one of the most challenging journeys in all of Greek mythology.

The story of a young man who befriends the winged horse Pegasus, must take on the ferocious Chimera, defeat armies and try to return victorious. But can he succeed? Learn about the glorious battles and dangers which face Bellerophon as he tries to prove to men and the gods that he is a true hero.

Young Theseus sets out on the road to Athens to meet his father for the very first time, but faces many challenges on his journey. But even when he's reunited with King Aegeus, his adventures have only begun and he must try to break a curse by volunteering to face the deadly Minotaur and break its spell.

The most powerful hero in all of Greek mythology, Herakles is challenged to control his strength. Commanded by the gods, he must take on twelve great Labours: battling with monsters, controlling rivers, wrestling with lions, visiting the Underworld and fighting an army. Can he succeed and what will be his final reward?

Achilles is the most powerful warrior that ever lived. Raised on the hillsides of Greece by a centaur, he leads his men to Troy to fight in the greatest of the battles. But when tragedy strikes, he fights gods and heroes to become a legend of the Greek world.

Born from a magical egg, Helen has a most unusual start to life. She is no ordinary princess as she draws the attention of leaders and kings throughout Greece. Her journey to the city of Troy and her escape back to Greece is a tale of magic, adventure and family. Helen joins the other multi-award winning books in Early Myths collection: the perfect way to introduce young kids to the world of Greek myth.

'A complete triumph of imagination . . . readers are going to fall in love with this brilliant series.' – A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar The action adventure of Indiana Jones meets the time travel of Doctor Who in the second title of this epic series by bestselling award-winner...

In una sola notte stellata, sotto il cielo tiepido dell’estate, il vecchio Esiodo racconta ai suoi nipoti la storia dell’eroe più grande di tutti i tempi: Eracle. Dalla sua nascita segnata dal destino fino alla sua ascesa all’Olimpo, questa storia fa rivivere i miti con emozione, insegnamenti e profondità umana. Un libro da leggere in famiglia, per costruire ricordi accanto al fuoco di una storia condivisa tra generazioni. Perché i grandi eroi non nascono soltanto dagli dèi… ma anche nel cuore di chi ascolta con amore.

La Supremazia di Zeus Settimo libro della serie Teogonia In una notte senza luna, sotto la luce delle stelle, Esiodo continua a narrare ai suoi nipoti, Calliope e Alceo, le gesta del re degli dèi e le origini di molte altre divinità. Dalla terribile battaglia contro Tifeo fino alla nascita delle Muse, di Apollo e Artemide, di Atena, Dioniso e altri immortali, ogni racconto è intriso di insegnamenti sull’amore, la giustizia, il potere e la memoria. Questo libro non solo offre un viaggio affascinante attraverso la mitologia greca adattata ai più piccoli, ma è anche pensato per essere ...

La Suprématie de Zeus Septième livre de la série Théogonie Par une nuit sans lune, sous la lumière des étoiles, Hésiode continue de raconter à ses petits-enfants, Calliope et Alcée, les exploits du roi des dieux et les origines de bien d’autres divinités. Depuis le terrible combat contre Typhon jusqu’à la naissance des Muses, d’Apollon et d’Artémis, d’Athéna, de Dionysos et d’autres immortels, chaque récit est imprégné d’enseignements sur l’amour, la justice, le pouvoir et la mémoire. Ce livre n’offre pas seulement un voyage fascinant à travers la ...

Titanomachia è il quinto libro di un’incantevole serie che adatta la Teogonia di Esiodo per i bambini. In questo volume, Esiodo racconta ai suoi nipoti la grande guerra tra dèi e Titani, in una storia ricca di azione, emozioni e insegnamenti. Un’opera illustrata che invita genitori e figli a condividere insieme la magia della mitologia greca e a rafforzare i propri legami attraverso la lettura.

In questa quarta parte della serie Teogonia, i miti e le leggende dell’antica Grecia prendono vita in racconti affascinanti che conquisteranno grandi e piccoli. Accompagna i tuoi figli in un viaggio epico attraverso la storia dei titani, degli dèi e delle creature mitologiche. Con una narrazione ricca e avvolgente, questo libro rappresenta l’occasione perfetta per trascorrere del tempo di qualità in famiglia, esplorando insieme le radici della mitologia greca. Che sia attorno al fuoco o prima di dormire, le storie di eroi coraggiosi e di creature mitiche risveglieranno ...

In questa sesta avventura della serie Teogonia, la notte continua a essere illuminata dalla voce di Esiodo, che insieme ai suoi nipoti fa rivivere i giorni in cui dèi e uomini condividevano lo stesso mondo. Scopri come il fuoco cambiò per sempre il destino dell’umanità, come nacquero i grandi eroi e quali segreti custodisce l’Oltretomba. Una storia piena di avventure, miti e saggezza, perfetta da leggere in famiglia e costruire ricordi che dureranno per tutta la vita.

Battle of the Dinosaurs is an anti-war children's fable. It presents a new theory concerning the extinction of the dinosaurs: two opposing species of super dinosaurs terrorized the world and each other in preparing for battle. Despite all the battle-planning, canning and digging of tunnels, no batter was ever fought. The dinosaurs caused their own demise by spending too much effort on military preparations.

Renni, Mahu and Balaal are enjoying the summer after thwarting the evil vizier, Paser, and returning the heart scarab to General Tatia. When new adventures call, the children set off up the flooded Nile to the mystical city of Shedet to see its glorious temples dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god. But things are not as they appear, and the wicked never rest for long...

After foiling the plot against Prince Khaem, Renni hopes life will return to normal. Except, when Balaal's father sends a message calling her home, Renni must face the reality that the lives of him and his friends are no longer entwined. As the group splits onto their separate paths, darker forces move in the shadows, intent on claiming the world as their own. Will Renni, Mahu and Balaal discover who are their friends and who are foes, or will the world be plunged into eternal night? Join Renni in the spectacular finale of the Nile Adventures series.

Invited to Pharaoh's newest city, Renni, Mahu and Balaal are hoping for some peace after the defeat of Paser. However, Renni silently worries about the three of them going down different paths: Renni to his painting, Mahu to his apprenticeship under a ship captain and Balaal to the home she longs for. But, among the shimmering stones and lavish palaces of Per Ramessu, shadowed figures are plotting something. Will Renni, Mahu and Balaal solve the cryptic messages in time or will chaos be unleashed?

A lo largo de la historia de la cultura mexicana, se ha contado la leyenda de la lluvia. Esta leyenda es muy importante para la cultura mexicana. Nuestros antepasados la contaban para explicar la naturaleza y fenómenos del mundo de la mejor manera posible. Así crearon esta hermosa leyenda para contarles a nuestros hijos, tanto en aquél entonces, como hoy.

Throughout the history of Mexican culture, the legend of the cactus has been told. The cactus has origins dating back hundreds of years, but very few know the complete legend. This legend is very important to Mexican culture. Aside from the fact that the cactus is an unforgettable ingredient and staple in Mexican cuisine. The cactus is a symbol of strength for all Mexicans, which we proudly include it in our nation’s flag.

When her beloved horse Porcellus sires a new foal, Dido hopes he will be the missing piece in her quest to train the greatest team ever seen at the Circus Maximus. But grief and a desire for revenge are clouding her judgement. Then her old friend Parmenion asks her to shelter the runaway son of her bitterest rival and help him fulfil his dream of becoming a charioteer. Can Dido and the boy, Damon, help each other find a way out of darkness?