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 The
Incredible Voyage of Ulysses
by Bimba Landmann
Ages 9–12
After the defeat of the Trojans
by the Greeks in a 10-year war, Ulysses, king of Ithaca,
heads home to his faithful wife Penelope. His voyage
home takes another 10 years, and as Ulysses battles cannibals,
monsters, and other magical creatures, Penelope fends
off suitors determined to convince her Ulysses is long
dead. This retelling of Homer’s epic tale is presented
in a richly illustrated style designed to draw readers
into the gripping adventure. |
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 Arrow
to the Sun:
A
Pueblo Indian Tale
by Gerald McDermott
Caldecott Medal 1975
Ages 4–8
A young boy searches for his father and
must prove he is worthy by passing through four ceremonial chambers
in this retelling of the Pueblo Native American legend. The bold
and colorful geometric illustrations echo Pueblo designs. |
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 Encyclopedia
Mythologica: Gods and Heroes Pop-Up
by Matthew Reinhart, Robert Sabuda
Ages 6–12
This well crafted pop-up book
presents a global tour of gods and heroes, including
classical mythology, as well as Egyptian, Norse, Eastern,
and New World legends. The pop-ups are intricately
detailed, exquisitely designed, and sturdier than they
look. The stunning art and interesting text will inspire
older readers to find out more about these fascinating
Gods and Heroes. |
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 Golem
by David Wisniewski
Caldecott Medal 1997
Ages 6–10
Elaborate cut-paper collage illustrations
provide dramatic visuals for this retelling of the Jewish legend
of Rabbi Loew who used his powers to create a gigantic Golem
from clay to protect his people from persecution in the ghettos
of 16th-century Prague. |
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