A beautifully illustrated collection of profiles of more than 80
goddesses and other powerful women retold for children aged 7-9.
Delve into a world of key female figures from all over the world in
this thrilling compendium of goddesses and heroines. With more than
30 stories about goddesses and powerful women, this is a must-have
introduction for young readers interested in female figures from
different cultures. This collection of tales for children aged 7-9
includes stories like how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume
saved the day by dancing and how ancient Greek witch Medea helped
to defeat a dragon. The enthralling stories introduce famous
figures from around the world, while a handy reference section is
packed with information about the goddesses and heroines
themselves. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection
contains more than 30 beloved stories retold by award-winning
author Dr Jean Menzies, with striking illustrations bringing the
tales to life. This book on goddesses for children offers: - Over
80 profiles of women in mythology, covering famous classics and
lesser-known stories. - Striking illustrations by
multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder. - A handy pronunciation
guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader's
convenience. - Stunning gold foil on the cover, making it a
wonderful gift for children into mythology. - More than 30 stories,
combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference
information. It's time to dive into the underworld of powerful
women from religion and myth, from famous figures such as the
warrior Mulan, to lesser-known characters like the ancient Greek
queen Alcestis. Goddesses and Heriones brings the world of
legendary women to life and is the perfect gift for children who
love history and mythology. At DK, we believe in the power of
discovery. So why not complete the collection! Discover the secrets
of the pharohs tombs with Egyptian Myths, read extraordinary
stories from Ancient Greece with Greek Myths, and uncover
action-packed tales of extraordinary creatures and compelling gods,
goddesses and more with Norse Myths.
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