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D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths Paperback – March 1, 1992
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Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive.
In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers.
Here are the greats of ancient Greece—gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters—as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today.
No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come.
“For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book . . . the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation.”—The Horn Book
“The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative.”—The New York Times
A New York Public Library’s 100 Great Children’s Books|100 Years selection
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- Print length208 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade level3 - 7
- Lexile measure1070L
- Dimensions8.88 x 0.65 x 12.31 inches
- PublisherDelacorte Press
- Publication dateMarch 1, 1992
- ISBN-100440406943
- ISBN-13978-0440406945
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—The Horn Book
“The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative.”—The New York Times
A New York Public Library’s 100 Great Children’s Books|100 Years selection
An NPR 100 Must-Reads for Kids 9–14 selection
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"The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative."--The New York Times.
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"The drawings...are excellent and excitingly evocative."--"The New York Times.
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During an extended trip to Greece, they studied and sketched the countryside, the people, and the architecture and artifacts of long ago. The result was D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths, the standard-bearer of mythology for children since its publication in 1962.
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In Olden Times 9
Gaea, Mother Earth 10
The Titans 12
ZEUS and his Family 16
Hera 24
Hephaestus 28
Aphrodite 30
Ares 32
Athena 34
Poseidon 38
Apollo 42
Artemis 44
Hermes 50
Hades 56
Persephone and Demeter 58
Dionysus 64
MINOR GODS, Nymphs, Satyrs, and Centaurs 70
Prometheus 72
Pandora 74
Deucalion 76
Eos 80
Helios and Phaëthon 82
Selene 86
Pan 90
Echo 92
Syrinx 94
The Wild and Vulgar Centaurs 96
Asclepius 98
The Nine Muses 100
Orpheus 102
MORTAL DESCENDANTS OF ZEUS 106
Europa and Cadmus 108
Tantalus and Pelops 112
Danaüs, Perseus, and the Gorgon 114
Clever and Vainglorious Kings 123
King Midas 124
Sisyphus 126
Bellerophon 128
Melampus 130
Heracles 132
Theseus 148
Oedipus 158
The Golden Fleece 162
The Calydonian Boar Hunt 176
The Apples of Love and the Apple of Discord 178
Everything Must Come to an End 189
INDEX 190
Product details
- Publisher : Delacorte Press; Reprint edition (March 1, 1992)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 208 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0440406943
- ISBN-13 : 978-0440406945
- Reading age : 6 - 11 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : 1070L
- Grade level : 3 - 7
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.88 x 0.65 x 12.31 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #4,921 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #7 in Folklore & Mythology Studies
- #22 in Children's Greek & Roman Tales & Myths
- #134 in Children's Classics
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Ingri d'Aulaire (December 27, 1904 – October 24, 1980) and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire (September 30, 1898 – May 1, 1986) were U.S. immigrant writers and illustrators of children's books who worked primarily as a team.
Bio from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Photo by Unknown (OTRS submission by Per Ola d'Aulaire) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons.
The work of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire has needed no introduction - their beautiful picture books have delighted countless children ever since. Ingri Mortenson and Edgar Parin D'Aulaire met in Munich where both were studying art in the 1920's. Ingri had grown up in Norway; Edgar, the son of a noted portrait painter, was born in Switzerland and had lived in Paris and Florence. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to the United States and began to create the picture books that have established their reputation for unique craftsmanship. Their books were known for their vivid lasting color. a result of the pain-staking process of stone lithography used for all their American history biographies. This was an old world craft in which they were both expert, which involved actually tracing their images on large slabs of Bavarian limestone. Throughout their long careers, Ingri and Edgar worked as a team on both art and text. Their research took them to the actual places of their biographies, including the countries of Italy, Portugal and Spain when they were researching Columbus; to the hills of Virginia while they researched Washington; and to the wilds of Kentucky and Illinois for Abraham Lincoln, winner of the Caldecott Medal. The fact that they spoke 5 languages fluently served them well in their European travels and in their research of original documents. Since their deaths in the 1980's, Ingri and Edgar's books and works have been kept alive by their two sons Ola and Nils.
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Customers find the book has beautiful illustrations and well-written stories. They find it fun to read and a good start for anyone, especially kids. The book provides useful educational content and serves as a quick reference. It is considered a family favorite for all ages. Readers appreciate the pronunciation guide and value for money.
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Customers like the illustrations. They say the book is beautiful and in a hardcover, so it will last a long time.
"...The pictures are cute and are drawn for younger children. It truly is a good book for a quick summary on the Gods. Also, the price is exceptional...." Read more
"This is a book I received for Christmas as a child. It’s beautiful and delightful...." Read more
"...My little one really likes the pictures and the older one like both the story and images. It is great for anyone who is interested in mythology...." Read more
"...Both my daughter and I enjoyed the illustrations and stories within...." Read more
Customers enjoy the engaging stories in this book. They find the stories well-written, compelling, and interwoven with clever transitions and captivating pictures. The stories elegantly avoid vulgarity without bowdlerizing the myths. Readers appreciate the quick, imagination-grabbing stories that keep them focused and enjoying the story. Overall, they praise the writing style as engaging and the illustrations as good without being too slick.
"...The stories and explanations are simple, interesting and easily understood. The pictures are cute and are drawn for younger children...." Read more
"...Both my daughter and I enjoyed the illustrations and stories within...." Read more
"My twelve-year-old recipient (who is an ESL student) was quickly engrossed by these stories, their language level, and the illustrations...." Read more
"...Very big book, big words and scary images! Absolutely amazing book. Highly recommend!" Read more
Customers enjoy this book for kids. They find it fun to read, with well-written stories that keep readers interested. The illustrations are beautiful, and the short stories are perfect for bedtime reading. Many readers appreciate the magical aspects of the book and Greek mythology.
"...The pictures are cute and are drawn for younger children. It truly is a good book for a quick summary on the Gods. Also, the price is exceptional...." Read more
"...It’s beautiful and delightful. My children loved it when they were younger, so this year I’m giving my 15 & 17yo their own copies." Read more
"Not as much as I was hoping for, but fun to read, and a good start for anyone interested in mythology." Read more
"...retelling of Greek mythology makes these ancient tales accessible to young readers without sacrificing accuracy." Read more
Customers find the book useful and a great reference for Greek mythology. They say it provides essential knowledge for literate people and an important foundation to their future education. The book captures the essence of ancient Greece and provides inspiration for people. It enhances the imagination with vivid illustrations and insights into the authors' lives.
"...this book as it has helped all of us to better understand the constellation presentations ." Read more
"I love the art- the illustrators and authors- all of it. A treasure!" Read more
"...This book is singularly responsible for being one of the most useful formulative experiences in my young life. Thanks, guys." Read more
"...This set follows the book exactly. Different people read different sections and I found none of the voices annoying...." Read more
Customers find this book a good starting point for studying ancient history. It's suitable for all ages, especially kids. Some readers recommend it as a gift for curious children or to use in school.
"...Recommended for any child (or adult) interested in an introduction to Greek mythology" Read more
"...My nephew, who didn’t like reading, at all, loved it. Great present. There’s a reason this is a classic. They have another on Norse mythology, too...." Read more
"...A great read on its own, for adults as well as kids; for fans of Percy Jackson or any story based on Greek myths, this book is essential for..." Read more
"This book is a family favorite for all ages as a starting point for studying ancient greek myths. The illustrations set this book apart...." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's value for money. They say the pictures are worth the price, and it's worth reading with children. Some customers recommend buying the library binding if kids will read it a lot.
"...Also, the price is exceptional. I'm glad I purchased this book as it has helped all of us to better understand the constellation presentations ." Read more
"...It is worth reading more than once. It is worth spending your precious time to read this book with your children...." Read more
"...Highly recommend and happy with the price, as I've had trouble finding it elsewhere. It arrived quickly and in perfect condition!" Read more
"This was a good purchase. I wanted an accessible, convenient collection of Greek myths, and most of it is in there...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's pronunciation. They find it helpful for reading aloud and hearing the correct pronunciation. The narrator does an excellent job keeping kids interested. The language is suitable for children without being babyish or condescending. Readers listen intently and find no voices annoying. The book works well for practicing phonics and will be listened to over and over.
"...was quickly engrossed by these stories, their language level, and the illustrations...." Read more
"...the book in front of use allows us to see the word and hear the pronunciation correctly which allows us to focus better and enjoy the story rather..." Read more
"...Different people read different sections and I found none of the voices annoying...." Read more
"...As well as being suitable for reading outloud, Daulaire's would keep kids who can read happy, probably up until about 8-10, depending on the..." Read more
Customers have different views on the era. Some find it engaging with action, monsters, magic, and history. Others mention the prose is dated, making it difficult to read. The book was described as new when received, but it had an old publication date of 1962.
"This is a good book for elementary aged. The book was not new when I received it even though it was labeled as “new”. But still useable." Read more
"...this is the perfect gateway for the 6-10 year old child to literature, history, Western culture, and many other wonderful benefits." Read more
"This book was written long ago, and it shows. It's very sexist and misogynist...." Read more
"...the essence of its backbone and the joyous and capricious nature of a long gone world...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024My husband, son and I are going to my son's college planetarium for various shows. At the end of these shows, the teacher talks about the constellations and how they are all related to the Greek Gods. I didn't know any of the stories about the Gods. Yes, I knew certain names of the Gods but did not know the stories behind them. I wanted to be more informed so that the lectures on the constellations made more sense. After researching multiple places for a book on Greek Gods, I saw this one on Amazon. It was highly rated. The stories and explanations are simple, interesting and easily understood. The pictures are cute and are drawn for younger children. It truly is a good book for a quick summary on the Gods. Also, the price is exceptional. I'm glad I purchased this book as it has helped all of us to better understand the constellation presentations .
- Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2024This is a book I received for Christmas as a child. It’s beautiful and delightful. My children loved it when they were younger, so this year I’m giving my 15 & 17yo their own copies.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2024I have been reading this book to my 8- and 6-year-olds. My little one really likes the pictures and the older one like both the story and images. It is great for anyone who is interested in mythology. While my 8-year-old could easily read it, I think she gets more from these stories being read to. I find that I am reading it more slower so that she can absorb the information, and she loves learning about Greek myths.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2024We used this for our main lesson block for homeschooling. Both my daughter and I enjoyed the illustrations and stories within. We also now give this book to friends for birthday gifts as it is such a treasure for us.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024My twelve-year-old recipient (who is an ESL student) was quickly engrossed by these stories, their language level, and the illustrations. I have given this book to a precocious six-year-old and a bright eight-year-old with similar happy results.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024Not as much as I was hoping for, but fun to read, and a good start for anyone interested in mythology.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2024Bought this for my grandson along with another by the same authors, they do incredible artwork and he will love since he's really gotten interested in mythology
- Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024I love the art- the illustrators and authors- all of it. A treasure!
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- Naima-Sophie BrahimiReviewed in Canada on October 6, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
I love this book and the images are great
- GF AmaralReviewed in Brazil on August 27, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Great text and illustration.
Best book to introduce children to Greek Myths.
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MAGLReviewed in Mexico on October 1, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen libro de mitología
El libro es grande, el papel es de buena calidad y las historias me parecen interesantes. Las ilustraciones son aptas para niños como de 10 años en adelante. El vocabulario es un poco difícil porque algunas palabras no se usan comúnmente, por lo que se necesita tener conocimientos al menos intermedios de inglés.
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EsmeraladaReviewed in Germany on December 20, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Großartig
Toll geschrieben und bebildert. Man wird sofort in den Bann gezogen. Ein einmaliges und sehr empfehlenswertes Buch.
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aleranziReviewed in Italy on June 10, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo libro
Bellisimmo libro sulla mitologia graca, perfetto a tutte le età