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Gods, Heroes, and Monsters: Discover the Wonders of the Ancient Greek Myths

by Selene NICOLAIDES
80p. illus. photos. Barron's. Jul. 2016. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9780764168543.
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Gr 4–7—This selection introduces readers to the basics of Greek history and mythology. As explained in the spooky introduction, Nicolaides's father was a Greek scholar who ran a small museum. After he passed away, he left her a box of supposedly cursed artifacts with a note stating that they should be sent back to Athens. What makes this selection stand out is the author's inclusion of photographs of said artifacts interspersed with illustrations of Greek myths and icons. The layout of this oversize volume is fun and easy to follow, with text and illustrations appearing in balance. The lack of a glossary and an index makes this more appropriate for casual reading than for research.
VERDICT A beautifully packaged and engaging volume that would be most successful in libraries where Greek mythology books are in demand.
Reviewed by Marissa Lieberman, East Orange Public Library, NJ , Sep 01, 2016

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