A First Book of Myths

by Mary Hoffman

Simplified retellings of Greek and Roman myths, including those about Icarus, the boy whose father made him wings, and King Midas, who had the golden touch.

Genres: Picture Books, Mythology, Childrens

48 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 1999

About the author

See also works published under Mary Lassiter

Mary Hoffman is a bestselling British author and reviewer, born in 1945. She is a true enthusiast of Italy and spends a lot of her time there, which shows in her Stravaganza novels: a series currently in publication. In total, she has written over 80 books, including the aforementioned Stravaganza series and the bestselling picture book, Amazing Grace. Mary is also the editor of a review magazine Armadillo for kids.

Watch the book trailer for David, Mary Hoffman's most recent novel

Reviews

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to say that this is the single most stunningly illustrated book I have ever seen!

[NEEL Singathia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Myths but other part of it //A First Book of Fairytales// is better by the way

[Jennifer Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 7 yr old loved it

[L M · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good variety of short myth stories

[Jennifer]

Engaging illustrations to capture children's attention. The condensed versions of the myths are a good length for younger readers.