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Over 13 colour photographs
Over 69 illustrations

• Tales of gods, heroes and monsters from ancient Greece to Aboriginal dreamlands



• Compare and contrast the mythological stories of different cultures, with evocative retellings and over 80 beautiful illustrations



• Quest and journey myths from all over the world have been collected in one volume so you can compare the stories from different peoples



• Includes the classic tales of Thor, Odysseus, Sindbad, Gilgamesh and the Quest for the Holy Grail



• Astonishing coincidences and amazing facts are highlighted in information panels



• Includes 80 fabulous fine-art illustrations of the gods and heroes of myth and legend, and colour photographs of real-life locations and artefacts



• The world’s oldest and greatest stories, evocatively retold as lively literature for a new generation

Incredible voyages feature in many ancient tales - made in the quest of honour, glory, or dazzling rewards, to challenge terrible monsters or obliterate enemies.

This enthralling and fabulously illustrated book gathers together myths and legends from every corner of the globe. The universal and archetypal theme of quests and journeying are gathered together, with the gods, heroes and monsters portrayed in beautiful fine-art illustrations that are sure to fire every child's imagination.

The stories seethe with intrepid characters and a rich pageant of gods and monsters. Superheroes, strange beasts and beautiful women overcome perilous obstacles, pit themselves against raging elements and visit fabulous lands. Familiar tales include Thor, Odysseus, Sindbad, Gilgamesh and the Quest for the Holy Grail, but there are many lesser-known legends from China, Australasia and Africa.

Having the quest and journey myths collected in one volume allows the reader to compare and contrast stories from very different cultures and societies. Connection boxes trace amazing coincidences and linking themes between the different peoples. Colour photographs of real-life locations and artefacts create a superb context for young students to understand the subject further.

This book is a perfect introduction to the tales of long ago and it is ideal for project work, school libraries or home study, as well as an absorbing read for pure pleasure.

About the Authors

Philip Steele - Author

Philip Steele is a highly experienced children's book writer. He is the author of Find Out About Ancient Egypt, and the co-author of Raiders of the North; Swords and Samurai; Sungods and Sacrifice; and Gods and Gladiators (all Southwater). Philip Steele's other published works include: A City Through Time (Dorling Kindersley); The Egyptians and the Valley of the Kings; The Incas and Machu Picchu; Thor Heyerdhal and the Kon-Tiki Voyage (all Prentice Hall); I Wonder Why Castles Had Moats; I Wonder Why Pyramids Were Built; and My Best Book of Mummies (all Kingfisher).