Myths in 30 seconds
By: Anita Ganeri ; illustrators Melvyn Evans, Marta Munoz
Contributors: Evans, Melvyn, illustrator; Munoz, Marta, illustrator
Publisher: Ivy Kids
Published: 2013
Place of publication: Lewes
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9781908005748
Subjects: Mythology; Juvenile literature; Pictorial works
Other titles: Myths in thirty seconds
Description: 30 marvellous and magical world myths retold in half a minute. Perfect for enquiring minds just starting out with the history of mythology, this lively look at 30 marvellous myths from around the world is a great introduction to the subject. 30 key stories are retold, each explained in neat 30-second sound bites and supported by 3-second flash summaries and cool, colourful artwork. The attention-grabbing format uses words and illustrations memorably, making key stories from a range of cultures engaging for an audience aged from 8 to12. Six themed sections cover Creation Myths, Quests & Adventures, Creatures & Monsters, Heroes & Tricksters, Earth, Water & Sky, and Gods & Goddesses.
Notes: "30 marvellous and magical world myths retold in half a minute"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: "30 marvellous and magical world myths retold in half a minute"; title: cover. -Includes bibliographical references and index. -30 marvellous and magical world myths retold in half a minute. Perfect for enquiring minds just starting out with the history of mythology, this lively look at 30 marvellous myths from around the world is a great introduction to the subject. 30 key stories are retold, each explained in neat 30-second sound bites and supported by 3-second flash summaries and cool, colourful artwork. The attention-grabbing format uses words and illustrations memorably, making key stories from a range of cultures engaging for an audience aged from 8 to12. Six themed sections cover Creation Myths, Quests & Adventures, Creatures & Monsters, Heroes & Tricksters, Earth, Water & Sky, and Gods & Goddesses.