book cover of The Beautiful Stories of Life
 

The Beautiful Stories of Life

(2009)
Six Greeks Myths, Retold
A collection of stories by

 
 
Newbery Medal-winner Cynthia Rylant retells her favorite stories from Greek mythology, breathing fresh life into the tales of Pandora, Persephone, Orpheus, Pygmalion, Narcissus, and Psyche. The writing is lyrical and understated, a perfect tone for stories that introduce young readers to themes of love and loss, pride and forgiveness. Carson Ellis's elegant black-and-white illustrations lend an aura of beauty and mystery.


Genre: Children's Fiction

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