Padraic Colum

Broschiertes Buch

The Golden Fleece and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles

Beschreibung

The Golden Fleece and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles retells the timeless tales of ancient Greek mythology with a lyrical touch. Follow the epic journey of Jason and his band of heroes, the Argonauts, as they embark on a perilous quest to retrieve the legendary Golden Fleece. Along the way, they encounter powerful gods, fearsome monsters, and daunting challenges. Colum's masterful storytelling brings these classic myths to life, capturing the valor, adventure, and enduring spirit of the heroes of old. Perfect for readers of all ages, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the world of Greek legend. "Colum's stirring telling of the Greek epics is still unequaled as an introduction to the classic myths for young readers." --Publishers Weekly

Autor

Padraic Colum is a Newbery Honor-winning author, famous for collecting folklore from around the world and for being a significant part of the Irish Literary Revival in the early 20th century. He was born in Ireland, the oldest of eight children, and moved to the United States in his later youth. There, he created collections of children's stories honoring various heritages across Europe. Some of his works include The King of Ireland's Sons, The Adventures of Odysseus, The Castle Conquest, and The Flying Swans. Three of his children's books have been awarded the Newbery Honor Prize and a first edition copy of At The Gateways of the Day was gifted to President Barack Obama. He also wrote poems, plays, and created the screenplay for an animated film. His plays helped found the famous Abbey Theater, one of the country's biggest cultural centers. Some of his plays include The Saxon Shilling, Mogue the Wanderer, Broken Sail, and The Land. Additionally, he compiled Irish folk songs and adapted them. Thanks to the efforts of Padraic Colum, a rich heritage of international lore has been preserved and shared throughout the world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wildside Press
• Seitenzahl: 322
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juli 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 456g
• ISBN-13: 9781434405548
• ISBN-10: 1434405540
• Artikelnr.: 28158884