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From Cerberus the three-headed dog to Humbaba the humanoid monster of Iraq, this book discusses the legends and mysteries surrounding monsters.
Quick Summary
Monsters by John Malam explores the ancient legends and mysteries of creatures like Cerberus the three-headed Greek guardian dog and Humbaba the fearsome humanoid monster from Mesopotamian mythology, taking readers on a journey through stories from civilizations around the world including Greece, Iraq, and beyond. The book covers topics such as how different cultures created monsters to explain natural disasters, the origins of legendary beasts in mythology, and the historical contexts behind creatures that have fascinated humans for thousands of years. If your child enjoys reading the Magic Tree House series or books about Greek mythology, they will love diving into this collection of monster legends. This book is ideal for middle schoolers in grades 4 through 6 who have an AR Level of 5.3 and want to discover real mythological stories behind the monsters they have heard about in movies and games.