| Universal Myths Contributor(s): Hoena, Blake (Author), Yomtov, Nel (Author) |
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ISBN: 1515766462 ISBN-13: 9781515766469 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $106.49 Product Type: Other Published: August 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Comics & Graphic Novels - History - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Ancient - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Folklore & Mythology |
| Dewey: 398.2 |
| Series: Universal Myths |
| Physical Information: 192 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Old tales from around the world become new adventures in Universal Myths Although separated by great distances, diverse mythologies across the globe often explore common topics that seek to explain mysteries of life. Each title in the series features seven to eight ancient stories grouped around one theme, showcasing the stunning variety yet overarching similarities between world myths. Extra info provides insight into the culture and primary sources from which these legends originated. With Universal Myths and its dynamic graphic novel format and gripping storytelling, readers can experience exciting multicultural tales brought to life. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hoena, Blake: - Blake A. Hoena grew up in central Wisconsin, where he wrote stories about robots conquering the moon and trolls lumbering around the woods behind his parents house. He now lives in Minnesota and continues to write about fun things like space aliens and superheroes. Blake has written more than fifty chapter books and graphic novels for children.Yomtov, Nel: - Nel Yomtov is a writer of children's nonfiction books and graphic novels. He specializes in writing about history, country studies, science, and biography. His graphic novel adaptation, Jason and the Golden Fleece, published by Stone Arch Books/Capstone was a winner of the 2009 Moonbeam Children's Book Award and the 2011 Lighthouse Literature Award. Nel is an avid American military history buff and has written two additional graphic novels for Capstone, True Stories of World War I and True Stories of the Civil War. He lives in the New York City area. |