These are timeless classics that have captivated readers for multiple generations.With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Tanglewood Tales is both modern and readable. It expands his collection of children's stories with more enduring tales from Greek mythology. Tanglewood Tales is a companion to Hawthorne's previous work, A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys. And "Circe's Palace," which follows a battle of wits between the enchantress and a formidable foe. Some of the most notable myths include "The Golden Fleece," which centers Jason and the Argonauts. It now resides in the car as one of the special books. Each Volume contains a Sketch of the Author s Life, Prefatory and Explanatory. My Challenge B student got this book this year and it became our first read aloud of the school year. EDITED BY EMINENT ENGLISH AND AMERIOAN SCHOLARS. The book contains heroes and heroines, as well as magicians and kings. Image 2 of Two tanglewood tales: The dragons teeth, The minotaur, ENGLISH CLASSIC SERIES, FOR Classes in English Literature, Beading, Grammar, etc. The author reinterprets the stories for a younger audience with a broad appeal. Nathaniel Hawthorne brings Ancient Greek mythology to life in this collection of Tanglewood Tales. Tanglewood Tales is filled with whimsical characters and their fantastical stories. Originally published in 1853, author Nathaniel Hawthorne delivers a vibrant selection of mythological tales inspired by some of the most popular figures in Greek lore.
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