Including the lesserknown tales of polynesia and the americas alongside the greatest stories in greek mythology, young readers will explore the folklore of past civilizations. The sagas of zeus, isis, thor and beowulf are some of the best adventure stories ever told. Over a period of three months, i wrote or rather, retold thirtyfive stories, and these were published in a book called the kingfisher book of myths and legends. Jul 06, 1998 the kingfisher book of mythology book. From the pen of master storyteller anthony horowitz comes a new series of myths and legends from around the world, retold in a contemporary voice, and illustrated with bold, graphic artwork. Myths and legends kingfisher story library by anthony horowitz and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The amazing love story of the halcyon birds really is easy reading for kids and children who are learning about the history, myths and legends of the ancients. This collection of over 30 myths and legends, retold by anthony horowitz, includes. Kingfisher treasury of myths and legends has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace.
The kingfisher book of myths and legends books for keeps. The kingfisher treasury of myths and legends by ann pilling. Additional facts and information about the mythology and legends of individual gods and goddesses of these ancient civilizations can be accessed via the following links. The kingfisher treasury of myths and legends pilling, ann, denton, kady macdonald on. The kingfisher book of myths and legends horowitz, anthony, stevens, tim on. Alice mills, a book of enchantments and curses magnet paperback, 1985 by ruth manningsanders, magicians and fairies dragons world, 1995 by robert ingpen and molly perham, the complete book of witches and wizards carlton books ltd, 2007 by tim dedopulos, the. Beasts and monsters read online free book by anthony. The kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book. The great myths and legends of the ancient world continue to capture the imaginations of children. The kingfisher book of myths and legends by anthony horowitz, 9780753408896, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Buy the kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book of new ed by anthony horowitz, tim stevens isbn. Myths and legends kingfisher story library spanish. Versions of the original story vary widely, but he is always wounded in the legs or groin and incapable of standing. The kingfisher book of myths and legends book, 1985.
Kingfisher, 1993 a collection of fourteen myths and legends from greece, west africa, russia, and other parts of the world. Kingfisher book of mythology by david bellingham, david. I am a year five teacher and have bought this book, for a second time, and i am tickled pink with it. Changes the maori made here to these legends were to give them relevance, to make. Fishpond new zealand, the kingfisher book of myths and legends by anthony horowitz tim stevens illustrated buy.
Anthony horowitz a collection of 35 myths and legends from ancient greece, india, polynesia and other countries. With this unique wideranging reference, kids will learn why myths developed and explore the common themes that are echoed across cultural and geographic boundaries. In fact, i wrote most of these myths and legends a very long time ago. The kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book of horowitz, anthony isbn 0862727863 1 copy separate myths and legends anthony horowitz no current copies separate the kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book of kingfisher book of horowitz, anthony isbn 0753408899 no current copies separate. By anthony horowitz the kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher. The kingfisher book of myths and legends book, 1991. The kingfisher book of myths and legends by anthony horowitz. The kingfisher book of myths and legends by horowitz, anthony and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Myths and legends by jane campbell resources myths and legends the kingfisher book of mythology. The kingfisher book of myths and legends hardcover december 31, 1985 by anthony horowitz author. Kingfisher treasury of myths and legends book by a pilling. The kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book of hardcover 20 oct 2003 by anthony horowitz author. Anthony horowitz a collection of thirtyfive myths from around the world.
I was twentyeight at the time and in bed with glandular fever. Rorys careful study of the grail legends and meticulous scientific enquiry coalesce at the worlds most sacred sites. Kady macdonald denton has illustrated numerous titles for kingfisher, including a childs treasury of nursery rhymes, in the light of the moon by sam mcbratney, and two collections written by ann pilling, the kingfisher book of bible stories and the kingfisher treasury of myths and legends. Most singaporeans are aware of the popular folktale of how the name singapura came about, but what about the other lesserknown legends of singapore, such as the merlion. Thirtyfive ancient myths and legends, including lesserknown tales from polynesia, the americas, the far east, europe, and africa as well as the greatest stories from greece, are brought together in this farranging anthology of the tragedies and triumphs of the ancient world. The gorgons head is a hero story about perseus, who is tasked with getting the head of a gorgon for his king, polydectes.
Gods, goddesses and heroes from around the world, kingfisher. The sagas of zeus, isis, thor and beowulf are some of the bestknown adventure stories ever told. In arthurian legend, the fisher king, also known as the wounded king or maimed king, is the last in a long line charged with keeping the holy grail. The book is wellreferenced and authoritative and i can see it becoming the main work on the grail mysteries for years to come. Sep 20, 2007 it has many legends and superstitions surrounding it with many originating in ancient greece. The kingfisher book of myths and legends by horowitz, anthony. The basic myths and traditions came with the immigrants from legendary hawaiki, the original homelands in the pacific. The kingfisher book of myths and legends, anthony horowitz.
The kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book of. Martin writes that in some accounts the kingfisher, not the dove, was the second bird noah released from the ark after the biblical flood. Kingfisher treasury of myths and legends by ann pilling. I can keep my year five class on the edge of their chairs with the stories in this book and it was a wonderful resource for our myths, fables and legends topic. The kingfisher book of mythology by cynthia oneill goodreads. It is said the kingfisher is the promise of abundance, of new warmth, prosperity and love that is about to unfold within your life.
Tragedies and triumphs are memorable themes in this collection of thirtyfive myths and legends from the ancient world. Young readers book legends beasts and monsters battles. In a brilliant repackaging which will eventually include six books, these stories have been reorganized by general subject and tweaked a bit by the. The kingfisher book of myths and legends anthony horowitz, tim stevens on. The kingfisher treasury of myths and legends by compilerann. Oct 20, 2003 buy the kingfisher book of myths and legends kingfisher book of new ed by anthony horowitz, tim stevens isbn. This book includes 35 of the greatest stories ever told, taken from seventeen different cultures and retold in a robust, wittily colloquial style, whilst remaining true to the original myths and legends.
Youve got mail singapores formerold post offices even though we are a young nation, singapore, like any other countries, has its fare share of legends and myths. An introduction to world mythology is richly illustrated and includes fourteen great myths and legends from around the world, including tales from china, india, africa, greece, and north america. To the northwest coast indians, kingfisher is generally viewed positively, as a messenger and a sign of good luck to come. Long before anthony horowitz wrote his popular series for young adults alex rider and the gatekeepers, he rewrote several legends and myths, published as the kingfisher book of legends and myths. Packed with horowitzs signature action, humor, and suspense these collections feel fresh, modern, and perfect for todays fastmoving audience. The great myths and legends of the ancient world co. Myths and legends by anthony horowitz librarything. Oct 20, 2003 the kingfisher book of myths and legends by anthony horowitz, 9780753408896, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.