Mythologica : An encyclopedia of gods, monsters and mortals from ancient Greece by Dr.Stephen P. Kershaw 9781786031921

Mythologica : An encyclopedia of gods, monsters and mortals from ancient Greece
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Step into the enchanting world of ancient Greece with Mythologica: An Encyclopedia of Gods, Monsters and Mortals from Ancient Greece, a captivating journey through the vibrant tapestry of Greek mythology. This beautifully illustrated encyclopedia, crowned as Amazon's No. 1 Children's Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2019, invites you to explore a fresh and visually stunning exploration of mythological characters.

With the artistic brilliance of Victoria Topping, each page bursts with eye-popping color and otherworldly portraits that bring to life the powerful gods, goddesses, earth-dwelling mortals, and terrifying monsters of Greek lore. The authoritative text by Dr. Stephen P. Kershaw provides a rich narrative that delves into the colorful lives of 50 legendary figures, including:

  • Athena - the fearless goddess of wisdom
  • Odysseus - the adventurous hero of the Trojan War

Each spread features a bold design that introduces you to these mythical beings, including their Greek names, defining attributes, and captivating stories. Additional sidelights offer fascinating facts, while summaries of famous myths, such as the Odyssey and the Trojan War, enrich your understanding of these timeless tales.

Victoria Topping's artwork is a fusion of technological and traditional techniques, blending photography, painting, and cut-paper collage to create electrifying visual portrayals that transport you directly into the wild world of Greek mythology. Her work, admired by over 18,000 Instagram followers, captures the blend of human and fantastic traits that define these mythical beings.

Mythologica is not just an introduction to Greek mythology; it is a beautiful display reference for the whole family. Prepare to be amazed as you uncover the epic, heroic, and sometimes terrifying lives of mortals, monsters, and gods, all presented in a thrilling and accessible way.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781786031921
Author: Dr.Stephen P. Kershaw
Format: Hardback
Imprint: Wide Eyed Editions
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Dimensions: 286 x 347 x 17 mm
Publication Date: 03 September, 2019
Pagination: 112 pages, 135 colour illustrations
Weight: 1132g
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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