legends

A graphic novel in which Zeus's wife Hera is determined to make the life of her step-son Hercules as difficult as possible. She tricks him into doing twelve impossible tasks to test his strength and courage. But Hercules does not give up easily and Hera may be in for a real surprise.

Recounts the legend of Robin Hood, who took the king's gold and poached his deer and whose generosity endeared him to the poor.

"Transylvania is known for its role in Bram Stoker's Dracula as the home of the most famous vampire in popular culture. This book introduces readers to the legend of Dracula as well as the place he is said to have inhabited. Full-color photographs and historical images complement and correlate with the main text to aid reading comprehension. Spooky facts and social studies content pair well together in this volume to engage reluctant readers and curious travelers alike. Who knows? This terrifying tome may inspire the next family vacation!"--Provided by publisher.

An abridged version of the legend of Robin Hood, who plundered the king's purse and poached his deer and whose generosity endeared him to the poor. Includes discussion questions.

Presents four American tall tales from storyteller Jim Weiss, featuring the legends of Paul Bunyan, Johnny Appleseed, and Pecos Bill, also includes a tongue-twisting tale of the Old West, and includes four dramatizations that children can perform on their own or together.

"... examines the fact and the fiction behind Arthur, Lancelot, Merlin, Guinevere, Galahad, among others, as well as the quest for the Holy Grail. Beginning in the 12th century, the book explores what factual basis there is for the tales and how the characters, stories and motifs developed through histories, epic poems and prose tellings. The book also charts the revived interest in Arthurian romance in the 19th century and considers how the tales still hold the popular imagination today."--Dust jacket.

A retelling of the tall tale about Pecos Bill, who was raised by coyotes, and how he grew up to become a cowboy.

Follows the adventures of Robin Hood, the good-humored outlaw and skilled archer who, along with his followers, endeared himself to the poor through his generosity.

Fin M'Coul's wife, Oonagh, helps him outwit his arch rival, Cucullin.

"A comprehensive examination of the historical and mythological evidence for every major theory about King Arthur"--Provided by publisher.