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The Orchard Book of Roman Myths

By Geraldine McCaughrean

Gods clash, monsters stir and Rome’s legendary founders uncover a secret that changes everything.

lively dramatic mythical adventurous

Genres

Mythology Classics Adventure

What is The Orchard Book of Roman Myths about?

Travel back to the world of ancient Rome in this collection of fifteen lively myths. Meet powerful gods and goddesses such as Jupiter, Mars, Diana and Venus, and discover the adventures, rivalries and remarkable deeds that shaped the Roman imagination. From Venus’s birth and Aeneas’s journey to the founding of Rome by Romulus and Remus, these vivid retellings bring heroes, monsters and magical events to life, accompanied by expressive illustrations that capture the drama and excitement of every story.

About the author

Geraldine McCaughrean is a brilliant British author who loves to create exciting stories for children and young people. She is well known for writing 'Peter Pan in Scarlet', the official sequel to the famous story of Peter Pan. Geraldine’s books are full of adventure and imagination, making reading an unforgettable journey!

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2003

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