A Journey Through Greek Myths

by Marchella Ward, Sander Berg (Illustrator)

From the very beginnings of the Universe in Greek myths to the incredible Labours of Heracles, explore this enchanting and complex world through beautiful storytelling by expert Marchella Ward, and breathtaking artwork from Sander Berg.

Take a journey through Ancient Greece and delve deep into its mythology in this stunning compendium of tales. From the heros of Athens and Sparta to Orpheus and Persephone in the Underworld, take a magical illustrated journey through the Mediterranean to learn about the places where each story took place.

Genres: Mythology, Nonfiction, Middle Grade, Childrens, Juvenile, Greek Mythology

166 pages, Hardcover

First published October 6, 2020

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well you could tell this was the author's first children's book (she is a British university professor) because of the content of the stories, i.e. a fair amount of matricide, patricide, and random killing (not terribly graphic but still there). Granted Greek mythology stories are full of these and that's cool, just maybe aim the book towards middle grade or teen if that's the case. I enjoyed the selection of stories they included and a lot of them were ones that my son had never heard before, which is what I was aiming for, as his knowledge of Greek mythology was pretty limited at school and since we were reading all the Rick Riordan Greek books, it made sense for him to know a little bit more about the background stories. I liked that the whole book of stories was tied together by a map and two main characters, aka Night Owl (the grandfather) and Little Owl (his granddaughter), and that it included lgbtq characters as well. Also I loved the outside cover illustrations and the inside illustrations were gorgeous as well. Recommended for ages 9-12, 4 stars.

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

A pretty good introduction to Greek mythology for children - all the info, none of the adult content. The illustrations are beautiful and really add to the stories. I like how everything is linked with a pair of owls “narrating” throughout, it helps the stories make sense in association with each other. My only issue is the differences in length, with some stories spanning many pages while others are only a few paragraphs - makes me wonder how much detail has been missed out. I definitely want to read an adult version now for more detail!

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wer mich schon länger kennt, weiß vielleicht, dass ich griechische Mythologie unglaublich interessant finde. Als ich zufällig auf dieses wunderschöne Buch aus dem knesebeck Verlag gestoßen bin, war klar dass ich es unbedingt haben muss. 🤭

Verraten kann ich: das traumhafte Cover verspricht auf keinen Fall zu viel! Wir begleiten die beiden Eulen "Käuzchen" und ihren Opa "Steinkauz" auf ihrem kleinen Streifzug durch die griechische Mythologie. Käuzchen hat nämlich viele Fragen und Steinkauz unendlich viele Geschichten im Gepäck. Sie erzählen von Göttern, Titanen, Helden, Nymphen, Zyklopen und noch vielem mehr!

Als Leserin habe ich jede einzelne Seite genossen. Die optische Aufbereitung ist eine wahre Freude, sodass man dieses Buch einfach nur inhalieren möchte! Die Geschichten aus der Mythologie sind dabei von der Autorin so erzählt, dass sie nie überfordern oder verwirren und das sowohl Kinder als auch Erwachsene gleichermaßen Freude daran haben werden. Dabei laden sie auch viel dazu ein, sich tiefer mit den einzelnen Sagen zu beschäftigen und einfach Lust auf mehr machen. 

Das Buch kann auch dabei helfen, einen ersten Überblick über die wichtigsten Themen der griechischen Mythologie zu erlangen. Man bekommt eine gute Übersicht über die wichtigsten Orte, "Timelines" und die verschiedenen Wesen in den Sagen und wie diese miteinander verbunden sind.

Das Cover ist dabei für mich ein besonderes Highlight 🤭 Pegasus ist mein liebstes Wesen aus der griechischen Mythologie! 🥰

Vielleicht habt ihr jetzt ja auch ein wenig Lust bekommen, euch auf eine interessante und spannende Mythologische Reise zu begeben. Käuzchen und Steinkauz nehmen und gern mit und erzählen euch auch noch, warum die Eulen schon immer einen besonderen Platz in der Geschichte Athens hatten 🤗 5 🌟 und ein riesiger Tipp sowohl zum Verschenken als auch zum selber genießen!

[Книжни Криле · Rating 5 out of 5]

Търсите способ да представите митовете на Древна Гърция на подрастващите читатели, но по начин, който едновременно адаптира историите за съвременна аудитория и запазва подробностите? Търсите книга, която е и с висока художествена стойност, и с лек енциклопедичен елемент? Визуално грабваща, но и представяща нагледно сложното родословие на боговете и картографираща пътешествията на героите? „Пътешествие през гръцката митология“ (изд. „Enthusiast“) от Марчела Уорд и Сандер Берг е пищно луксозно издание, което ще ви представи античните легенди в компанията на две симпатични сови. Заедно с тях, ще се понесете от Атина до Тива и от върховете на върха на планината Олимп до дълбините на Подземния свят. Прочетете ревюто на „Книжни Криле“: https://knijnikrile.wordpress.com/202...

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love reading myths and this book was a wonderful find. Something new and different since I studied the Ancient Civilisations with my two older boys. Looking forward to comparing this beautiful book to another myth collection that is waiting at the library.

[Andréa]

Note: I accessed a digital review copy of this book through Edelweiss.

[Mr. Russell · Rating 2 out of 5]

A little dry, but a good intro to Greek myth, illustrations were okay

[Jo]

The book groups stories in terms of places, but this is confusing when you are reading about someone again who died several stories ago. Great artwork.

[Arjun · Rating 4 out of 5]

It showed me another way the greek myths were told!

[Tuta_tonita · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't understand it very much 😕.

[Nadia Spapens · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely retelling of greek epics with amazing art! The art alone made me buy this book!

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

[Arna · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[giselle ✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

so accessible and enjoyable. I love greek mythology and this was an easy way to brush up on the highlights.

[Will Tell · Rating 5 out of 5]

i love the honest and tasteful way the author handled the themes of greek mythology. the illustrations are warm and exciting. what a great way to introduce children to the rich stories of ancient greece. i do not share the criticism that it is too gruesome of a children's book. of course not suited for preschoolers, this book could be read by anyone starting at the age of 9/10 years old.

looking forward to read this with my children one day