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The Beasts in the Jar (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: September 1, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 1)                       
Long ago, in ancient Greece, the gods and goddesses gave the gift of storytelling to men and women, and ordered that there should be a great storytelling festival, once every seven years, near Troy, which draws entrants from far and near. Atticus the Storyteller is determined to take part but finds himself diverted on his route by happenings large and small. Always, his diversions lead to wonderful stories - and here they are ...In the first volume of WHO'S WHO IN GREEK MYTHS, discover the story of creation, meet the legendary gods Zeus, Poseidon and Hades, the glorious Pandora, and Icarus, the boy who flew too close to the sun.   

Editorial Reviews               
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"A fabulous introduction . . . perfect for bedtime reading. . . .  The writing is direct and punchy, allowing the myths to shine…the sort of book(s) that you could get completely hooked on and plough straight through, wanting one more story after another. . . .  Highly recommended."  —Bookbag
"Some of the greatest stories ever told have never been more accessible than in these charming and eye-catching books which have an easy-to-understand text accompanied by exciting and high impact illustrations."  —Lancashire Evening Post

About the Author              
Lucy Coats read English and Ancient History at Edinburgh University, then worked in children's publishing and now writes full-time.  She is a gifted children's poet and has also written several picture book texts.  She is widely respected for her lively retellings of myths and has also published a children's novel. Her 12-book series, Greek Beasts and Heroes is being published by Orion throughout 2010.  Lucy's website is www.lucycoats.com. Anthony Lewis is a highly-acclaimed illustrator, whose most recent collaboration with Lucy Coats is COLL THE STORYTELLER'S TALES OF ENCHANTMENT. Anthony Lewis lives with his wife and two young daughters in Cheshire. Since he graduated with a first class honours degree in 1989 he has illustrated and contributed to more than 200 children's books at home and abroad.            

Product Details  

• Age Range: 5 - 7 years
• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Orion Children's Books; Reprint edition (September 1, 2011)
• Language: English
  

LittleEye

The Magic Head (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: September 1, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 2)                       
Have you ever wondered why storytellers the world over weave new tales about Zeus and Hera, Aphrodite, Apollo, Andromeda and Perseus -- and the fearsome Medusa? What's so special that's made them famous for thousands and thousands of years? Lucy Coats' sparkling prose and Anthony Lewis's exciting and haunting pictures capture the daring and danger of past times as they explain how our own understanding of what people think and do has been influenced by adventures of long ago.

Editorial Reviews               
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"The format of nine or so short tales is ideal for starter readers." 21 August 2010 -- Christina Hardyment THE TIMES      --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.      

LittleEye

The Monster in the Maze (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: September 1, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 3)
Atticus the Storyteller is still on the path to Troy and his destination - the Storytelling Festival - but he has a long way to go. But luckily, everywhere he goes and everyone he meets inspires a story that will entertain Melissa, his beloved donkey, his new friends and Atticus himself. In this collection, among others, he tells the stories of: Apollo and Daphne, Theseus and the Minotaur (one of the most popular Greek myths of all time), web-spinning Arachne and Midas, with his legendary golden touch.

Editorial Reviews
From Booklist              
This entry in the Greek Beasts and Heroes series reprints eight more myths from a larger collection never published in this country. Though the sex and most of the violence is absent and the tale of Theseus is problematic (the text unnecessarily gives Ariadne’s ball of yarn magical qualities and also gives the Minotaur a human body while the accompanying picture doesn’t), the retellings stick fairly closely to the common plotlines. Framed as tales told by itinerant storyteller Atticus, and presented with cartoon illustrations, these myths will serve as sanitized but acceptable introductory versions. Grades 3-5. --John Peters
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"The simple, descriptive, and engaging narratives include snappy dialogue and are combined with full-color cartoon illustrations to bring the gods to life."  –School Library Journal

LittleEye

The Dolphin's Message (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: September 1, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 4)
From high in the skies - 'The Starry Hunter' tells the story of Orion - to deep beneath the waves - meet the god Poseidon in 'The Dophin's Message', here is a selection of 8 spellbinding stories vividly illustrated and told by a highly-acclaimed author/illustrator partnership. As well, THE DOLPHIN'S MESSAGE takes us through the fourth leg of Atticus the Stoyteller's quest to arrive in Troy in time for the storytellers' championship - but will he win? A perfect introduction to Greek myths, ideal for bedtime reading alone and sharing with friends at school.

Editorial Reviews
About the Author
Lucy Coats read English and Ancient History at Edinburgh University, then worked in children's publishing and now writes full-time.  She is a gifted children's poet and has also written several picture book texts.  She is widely respected for her lively retellings of myths and has also published a children's novel. Her 12-book series, Greek Beasts and Heroes is being published by Orion throughout 2010.  Lucy's website is www.lucycoats.com. Anthony Lewis is a highly-acclaimed illustrator, whose most recent collaboration with Lucy Coats is COLL THE STORYTELLER'S TALES OF ENCHANTMENT.              

LittleEye

The Silver Chariot (Greek Beasts and Heroes)




Book Description
Publication Date: September 1, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 5)
More of the ancient world's best-loved tales are brought vividly to life in the fifth Greek Beasts and Heroes book
Atticus the Storyteller is on a quest. As he travels, Atticus tells tales of fabulous beasts, gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines. This time readers meet Hermes—the messenger of the gods, Narcissus—who loved only himself, Pan—the god whose music was memory, and The Fates, who weave the tapestry of life.

Editorial Reviews
About the Author
Lucy Coats previously worked in children's publishing and now writes full-time. Her titles include Down in the Daisies and Hootcat Hill.
Anthony Lewis is an illustrator whose other titles include The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know and the Sign About series, which includes Meal Time and Play Time. They previously collaborated on Atticus the Storyteller's 100 Greek Myths.

LittleEye

The Fire Breather (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: November 2, 2011 | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 6)               
The essential, collectible introduction to the Greek myths
Atticus's tales this time include Heracles—the bravest hero ever, the Furies—terrifying executors of justice, Geryon—a hideous giant, and Hera—the most scheming goddess of all.   

Editorial Reviews
About the Author
Lucy Coats previously worked in children's publishing and now writes full-time. Her titles include Down in the Daisies and Hootcat Hill.
Anthony Lewis is an illustrator whose other titles include The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know and the Sign About series, which includes Meal Time and Play Time. They previously collaborated on Atticus the Storyteller's 100 Greek Myths.

LittleEye

The Flying Horse (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: November 28, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 7)
The seventh collection tales celebrating the wonder of the world's oldest stories
This time, readers who enter Atticus's world will face Eurystheus—the wicked king, the Hydra—a many-headed monster, Hippolyta—the fierce Amazon queen, and Pegasus—the winged horse. Brought to life with Anthony Lewis's vivid illustrations, Atticus's thrilling journey takes young readrs through a world of ancient beasts and heroes.

               
   

LittleEye

The Harp of Death (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: November 2, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 8)
More of the ancient world's best-loved tales are brought vividly to life in the eighth book of this essential, collectible introduction to Greek myths
In this installment of Atticus's tales, readers will face the Snake Giants—terrifying 50-legged monsters, Atalanta—the famous huntress, Ixion—who played with fire, and Orpheus—who journeyed to the land of the dead.

               

LittleEye

The Dragon's Teeth (Greek Beasts and Heroes)



Book Description
Publication Date: December 14, 2011  | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: Greek Beasts and Heroes (Book 9)
Every home library should offer the best classic stories as well as new releases—this is book nine of the series showcasing the richest stories from ancient Greece
At last, Troy seems within reach for Atticus the Storyteller, who has been traveling through the ancient world, gathering new friends and stories to share. Now he needs a ship, which isn't easy, so he's heard. But luckily, he soon finds a willing captain and in return for a story—or two—secures his safe passage. Among the stories here are the tales of two of the greatest heroes that ever were: Jason (and his Argonauts, in search of the Golden Fleece) and Paris (who is in search of the fairest goddess of them all). This spirited collection full of daring and adventure is vividly illustrated in full color.