Mighty Zeus, with his fistful of thunderbolts, Athena, goddess of wisdom, Helios the sun, greedy King Midas--here are gods, goddesses, and legendary figures of ancient Greece brought to life in the myths that have inspired great literature and art throughout the ages. Illustrations throughout. nI doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with DAulaires Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven.--R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder. nNow updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar DAulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. n nIn print for over fifty years, DAulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology--and continues to enthrall young readers. n n Here are the greats of ancient Greece--gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters--as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. n nNo other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come. n n For any child fortunate enough to have this generous book . . . the kings and heroes of ancient legend will remain forever matter-of-fact; the pictures interpret the text literally and are full of detail and witty observation.--The Horn Book n n The drawings . . . are excellent and excitingly evocative.--The New York Times n n A New York Public Librarys 100 Great Childrens Books-100 Years selection n n An NPR 100 Must-Reads for Kids 9-14 selectionn