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Sinopsis

From Ancient Greek gods to werewolves, dragons to the City of Gold, enter into the world of myths, beasts, and magical monsters in this brilliant myth compendium for kids.

A vibrant introduction to myths and legends for children, the Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters introduces both classic stories and some that you may have never heard before. Stunning images bring the myths to life, while character biographies highlight all the information you need to truly understand the story being told.

Discover the story of Jason and the Golden Fleece, learn all about the thundering Thor, and wonder at the deeds of the ancient hero, Heracles. Find out all about mythical quests and battles, from the gods and heroes of the Trojan War to the Knights of the Round Table's quest for the Holy Grail. Read up on the myths of many world cultures, such as the Russian witch Baba Yaga and the tricksy Polynesian demi-god Maui, and marvel at the similarities in myths from around the world, from the many monsters of the deep to stories of shapeshifters in Ancient Egypt, Australia, and elsewhere.

All these fantastical tales and more are in the Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters, the perfect guide to heroes, monsters, and everything inbetween.

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Charlotte y Peter Fiell son dos autoridades en historia, teoría y crítica del diseño y han escrito más de sesenta libros sobre la materia, muchos de los cuales se han convertido en éxitos de ventas. También han impartido conferencias y cursos como profesores invitados, han comisariado exposiciones y asesorado a fabricantes, museos, salas de subastas y grandes coleccionistas privados de todo el mundo. Los Fiell han escrito numerosos libros para TASCHEN, entre los que se incluyen 1000 Chairs, Diseño del siglo XX, El diseño industrial de la A a la Z, Scandinavian Design y Diseño del siglo XXI.

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