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This paperback edition of gods, goddesses, and monsters illuminates the major figures in world mythology through biographical entries, sidebars, and museum art. Jawdropping cgi images show you heroic deeds and mythic battles in scenes so utterly real youll feel like youre inside them. Myths from around the world scholastic books for kids. The easytounderstand text is perfect for independent readers and also for reading aloud to young children. Schools earn scholastic rewards when parents or staff order from us. Free shipping get free shipping free 58 day shipping within the u. Find the best books, literary resources and educational solutions for kids at scholastic, a leader in publishing and education for nearly 100 years. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of good books. Percys halfgod, halfmortal and in a whole load of trouble. The strange war down southwith its rumours of gods and monstersis over. This collection of 10 fabulous tales features the bestknown divine creatures, demons and monsters. Blackbirds, the blue blazes, the ya heartland series, and the new york times bestselling series star wars. Buy heroes, gods and monsters of ancient greek mythology.
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