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Step into a world of heroes, monsters and death-defying deeds! This book collects together rip-roaring adventure stories and larger-than-life myths from Africa. You'll discover:
• How Anansi, the sneaky spider man, tricked everyone he met and won a box of stories
• How Flying Lion, the most terrifying beast of all, lost his wings
• How Hlakanyana, a horrible little man with a bottomless appetite, finally met his match
• And much...
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Step into a world of heroes, monsters and death-defying deeds! This book collects together rip-roaring adventure stories and larger-than-life myths from Ancient Egypt. You'll discover:
• How the gods of Horus and Set fought an epic, magical war
• How a brilliant boy magician took his dad on a terrifying tour of the afterlife
• How a shipwrecked sailor was rescued by the gigantic King of Snakes
• And much more!
Perfect for all young history...
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"The ancient Romans took many of their gods and their legends from Greece. And no wonder, these awesome tales are full of danger, magic, and heroic feats. Readers will love learning how these fantastical stories and characters even have a place in modern times."--
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Roman gods and goddesses were certainly busy immortal beings! Whether they were falling in love, battling each other, or grappling for power, they were constantly making trouble with humans. These engaging tales include the exploits of Pluto, Cupid, Apollo, Venus, and legendary heroes, such as Aeneas. Readers will be interested to learn how these myths are remembered even in modern times, such as Cupid's role in Valentine's Day.
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Many medieval tales are chock full of dragons, knights, and magic. These exciting elements are why they have endured over hundreds of years. This book showcases some of the most thrilling stories of King Arthur and his knights as well as the famous heroes Beowulf and Robin Hood.