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1) King Arthur
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Despite his enduring popularity, King Arthur remains the most enigmatic of Britain's legendary heroes. In this new book, author Dan Mersey retells the great stories of Arthur, while exploring the different facets of Arthurian myth, from the numerous, conflicting theories of his historical origin, through the tales of Welsh folklore and Medieval romance, and concluding with an examination of his various portrayals in the modern media. Presented with...
3) Hercules
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Hercules, the half-mortal son of Zeus known for his superhuman strength, is a Greek mythological character whose tales have been told and retold over the millennia. This volume details the various legends of Hercules, from the Twelve Labors he performed under the enslavement of Eurystheus to his many clashes with Hera, queen of the gods. In addition to absorbing the original myths as told by Ovid, Euripides, and other primary sources, readers will...
5) Robin Hood
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Of all the myriad characters inhabiting England's vibrant past, Robin Hood stands out because he defied the odds to confront hypocrisy and injustice. This delightful volume reveals the exciting legend of Robin Hood and the many stories that feature him, the Merry Men, and the characters who inhabited his world. Besides retelling the legends and myths, the text includes possible candidates for who the "historical" Robin Hood might have been. Intriguing...
6) Thor
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When it comes to heroic and legendary icons, Thor throws down. (The hammer, that is.) Today, Thor is the best known and most popular of the various Norse gods, and archaeological evidence shows that the god of thunder was also top dog with the Vikings themselves. This magnificently illustrated book takes readers on a detailed and fascinating journey, beginning with Thor s first appearance as a Viking god hammer at the ready onto some of his most popular...