A Pocket Dictionary Of Ancient Greek Heroes And Heroines 2005 г 48 стр ISBN 0892367954 инфо 2642j.
Book DescriptionThe audacious characters of Greek mythology have remained popular throughout the ages This colorful and handy visual reference introduces to a new generation these ancient heroes and heroines,анрбм who used their cunning, beauty, and courage to overcome an array of obstacles and monsters Young readers will be amazed by the stories of Herakles and his twelve mighty labors; Jason's quest for the Golden Fleece; Perseus, who vanquished the Gorgon Medusa and saved Aаячсцndromeda from the sea monster; Bellerophon, the rider of the winged horse Pegasus; Penelope's undying loyalty; and many others Also here are the treacherous monsters (and perils) that these heroes and heroines faced: one-eyed giants, called Cyclopes; the alluring Sirens; the terrible half-man, half-bull called the Minotaur; and the evil witch Circe Each entry is illustrated with a color photograph of an ancient work of art showing the characters in action An index helps the reader бмысчeasily find his favorite character Ages twelve and up.