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The Orchard Book of Roman Myths

The Orchard Book of Roman Myths

by Emma Chichester Clark (Illustrator), Geraldine McCaughrean (Author)

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    Illustrated 2003

    $8.89
Synopsis

A wonderfully rich and varied collection of fifteen stories from Roman mythology, retold for today's young readers. Here are all the famous myths from the birth of Venus, to the founding of Rome by Romulus and Remus. The great gods and goddesses, including Jupiter, Mars and Diana, are brought vividly to life by Emma Chichester Clark's beautiful illustrations that perfectly reflect the liveliness of Geraldine McCaughrean's gripping retellings.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 96
 Edition: UK ed.
 Publisher: Orchard Books
Published: 28 Aug 2003
ISBN 10: 1843623080
ISBN 13: 9781843623083
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years
 Book Overview: From a prize-winning author and illustrator comes this wonderfully rich and varied collection of fifteen stories from Roman mythology, freshly retold and made accessible for today's young readers.

Media Reviews
- Geraldine McCaughrean has won the Carnegie Medal, the Whitbread Children's Award, the Guardian Children's Fiction Award and the Beefeater's Children's Novel Award - Emma Chichester Clark has won the Mother Goose Award - These tales, freshly interpreted by Geraldine McCaughrean, never lose their ability to enthral. Carousel - The book would be an attractive addition to the school library. School Librarian
Author Bio
Geraldine McCaughrean is a multi-award-winning author whose books are loved by both children and adults alike. Geraldine lives in Berkshire. Emma Chichester Clark trained at the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art before becoming a highly successful children's book illustrator. Emma lives in London.