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Beasts of the Ancient World - by  Marchella Ward (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

Beasts of the Ancient World - by Marchella Ward (Hardcover)

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  • Uncover tales of ancient beasts, in this beautiful anthology of mythologies This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilizations.
  • 7-11 Years
  • 11.1" x 9.3" Hardcover
  • 144 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Social Science

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"This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilizations. Discover 23 stories accompanied by beautiful, colorful illustrations. Through the incredible storytelling you can learn about fantastic creatures such as the Japanese Baku, which had the power to devour nightmares, the wise Sphinx, and the fearsome Minotaur who went head-to-head with Theseus in Greek mythology. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of objects, showing how each beast was represented in art"--



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Uncover tales of ancient beasts, in this beautiful anthology of mythologies

This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilizations. Discover 23 stories accompanied by beautiful, colorful illustrations. Through the incredible storytelling you can learn about fantastic creatures such as the Japanese Baku, which had the power to devour nightmares, the wise Sphinx, and the fearsome Minotaur who went head-to-head with Theseus in Greek mythology. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of objects, showing how each beast was represented in art.

A perfect, global introduction to the most fascinating stories about legendary creatures from ancient history.



About the Author



Marchella Ward is an archivist and researcher at the University of Oxford in England, and a lecturer in Theatre and Performance at Goldsmiths College in London, where she specializes in Greek and Roman tragedies.

Asia Orlando is a digital artist, illustrator, and environmentalist. She specializes in publishing and editorial illustration, packaging, and products. Asia's ideas are constantly fueled by nature and storytelling, as the main source of inspiration. Her style can be described as whimsical, full of vibrant colors and rich in details. She's also the founder of Our Planet Week, a social media event for illustrators aimed to address environmental issues.

Asia Orlando is a digital artist, illustrator, and environmentalist. She specializes in publishing and editorial illustration, packaging, and products. Asia's ideas are constantly fueled by nature and storytelling, as the main source of inspiration. Her style can be described as whimsical, full of vibrant colors and rich in details. She's also the founder of Our Planet Week, a social media event for illustrators aimed to address environmental issues.

Dimensions (Overall): 11.1 Inches (H) x 9.3 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)
Weight: 2.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 7-11 Years
Number of Pages: 144
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Social Science
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Theme: Folklore & Mythology
Format: Hardcover
Author: Marchella Ward
Language: English
Street Date: October 3, 2023
TCIN: 88495775
UPC: 9780744069549
Item Number (DPCI): 247-47-8655
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.7 inches length x 9.3 inches width x 11.1 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 2 pounds
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Q: Does the book include real-life photos related to the stories?

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  • A: Yes, it features amazing real-life photos displaying how each beast was represented in art.

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Q: What kind of illustrations can readers expect?

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  • A: Readers will find beautiful, colorful illustrations accompanying each of the stories.

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Q: How many stories about mythical beasts are included?

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  • A: The book includes 23 thrilling stories about various mythological beasts.

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Q: Who is the author of this book?

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  • A: The book is authored by Marchella Ward, an archivist and researcher.

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Q: What age group is this book intended for?

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  • A: This book is designed for children aged between 7 to 11 years old.

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