Books with author Anthony Lewis

Atticus the Storyteller's journey across the seas is perilous—but young readers, discovering ancient Greece for the first time, are in safe hands with this 10th book of classic tales Whose was the face "that launched a thousand ships?" Why did King Menelaus call other kings to war? Whose body was worth its weight in gold? The answers are here! In the 10th volume of this lively and essential introduction to ancient Greek myths, readers can thrill to stories of war and conquest, heroism and hi-jinks. They will meet Achilles and find out why someone's weakness is called their "Achilles' heel." Meanwhile, what's happened the Atticus the Storyteller and his quest to visit Troy? Could he still be at sea, after all this time?

Have you ever wondered why storytellers the world over weave new tales about Zeus and Hera, Aphrodite, Apollo, Andromeda and Perseus -- and the fearsome Medusa? What's so special that's made them famous for thousands and thousands of years? Lucy Coats' sparkling prose and Anthony Lewis's exciting and haunting pictures capture the daring and danger of past times as they explain how our own understanding of what people think and do has been influenced by adventures of long ago.

More of the ancient world's best-loved tales are brought vividly to life in the fifth Greek Beasts and Heroes book Atticus the Storyteller is on a quest. As he travels, Atticus tells tales of fabulous beasts, gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines. This time readers meet Hermes—the messenger of the gods, Narcissus—who loved only himself, Pan—the god whose music was memory, and The Fates, who weave the tapestry of life.

Every home library should offer the best classic stories as well as new releases—this is book nine of the series showcasing the richest stories from ancient Greece At last, Troy seems within reach for Atticus the Storyteller, who has been traveling through the ancient world, gathering new friends and stories to share. Now he needs a ship, which isn't easy, so he's heard. But luckily, he soon finds a willing captain and in return for a story—or two—secures his safe passage. Among the stories here are the tales of two of the greatest heroes that ever were: Jason (and his Argonauts, in search of the Golden Fleece) and Paris (who is in search of the fairest goddess of them all). This spirited collection full of daring and adventure is vividly illustrated in full color.

The twelve labours of Heracles and the stories of Daedalus and Icarus, King Midas, Theseus and the Minotaur and Echo and Narcissus are among the fifty Greek myths in this book. Excitingly told, wonderful to read aloud, and with captivating illustrations on almost every page, this is an unparalleled introduction to the Greek myths for younger children.The stories are taken from Lucy Coats's ATTICUS THE STORYTELLER'S 100 GREEK MYTHS.

More of the ancient world's best-loved tales are brought vividly to life in the eighth book of this essential, collectible introduction to Greek myths In this installment of Atticus's tales, readers will face the Snake Giants—terrifying 50-legged monsters, Atalanta—the famous huntress, Ixion—who played with fire, and Orpheus—who journeyed to the land of the dead.

The penultimate leg of Atticus the Storyteller's epic journey through the ancient world, this is the 11th installment of tales of ancient Greece, introducing young readers to the greatest stories ever told What really happened during the fall of Troy—and who was to blame for the war? The answers are in these captivating stories, ideal for reading at bedtime, one each night, before the lights go out. Young readers will also find answers to many of their questions about the fates and fortunes of favorite classic characters from other books in the series. Odysseus, Penelope, Ajax, Helen, Cassandra, and Zeus are all here, and their stories leap off the page in words and pictures.

The seventh collection tales celebrating the wonder of the world's oldest stories This time, readers who enter Atticus's world will face Eurystheus—the wicked king, the Hydra—a many-headed monster, Hippolyta—the fierce Amazon queen, and Pegasus—the winged horse. Brought to life with Anthony Lewis's vivid illustrations, Atticus's thrilling journey takes young readrs through a world of ancient beasts and heroes.

Noah turned his head as rain rolled down the window near his hospital bed. Then he suddenly felt something wet on the palm of his hand. It was a French bulldog burrowing under his hand. “That’s Link’s way of asking you to pet him!” said the dog’s handler. Noah stroked Link’s short fur and told the dog about how he broke his leg during a flood. As if sensing his sadness, Link licked Noah’s chin. For the first time in days, a broad smile appeared on Noah’s face.