Illustrated Myths from Around the World

Myths from Greece, Scandinavia, Africa, Asia and the Americas share more themes than their distances suggest, and setting them side by side is what makes this anthology worth having. Each myth is retold at a manageable length with full-colour artwork, and the range of sources lets a reader notice the patterns that recur: creation, trickery, sacrifice, transformation. That comparison is difficult to make from single-culture collections, and it gives the book value in a classroom as well as at home. Why it holds up: • Myths gathered from several continents in a single volume • Retellings kept to a length suited to younger readers • Full-colour illustration accompanying each story • A spread of cultures that invites comparison between traditions Useful for young readers, teachers covering world cultures and families exploring mythology together, published by Usborne Books and available at Boipoka.