Gods and Monsters - Mythological Poems
(Author) Ana SampsonA stunning gift book drawing together mythological poems - classic and brand-new - from around the world, illustrated throughout in black and white by award-winning former children's laureate Chris Riddell. Compiled by bestselling anthologist Ana Sampson, with an introduction by Natalie Haynes, author of Stone Blind. People all over the world have always told each other stories. And from the very earliest times, many of these stories were told in verse. This collection of poems includes retellings and reimaginings of Roman, Greek, Egyptian, Norse, Celtic, Aztec, Japanese and Inuit mythology. You will meet gods, monsters, tricksters, heroes, magical creatures and objects, magicians and spirits including Medusa, Icarus, Loki, Osiris, the Minotaur, Pegasus, Bunyip, Kukulcan, Cerberus, Beowolf and Mjolnir and there are footnotes to shine a light on the stories themselves. Includes poems from Neil Gaiman, W B Yeats, Kae Tempest, Sylvia Plath, Shakespeare, Benjamin Zephaniah, Joseph Coelho and many more. . . 'Dive into this fantastic collection about gods, goddesses and monsters from all over the world . . . it is beautifully illustrated by Chris Riddell' - Natalie Haynes, The Big Issue
Ana Sampson
Ana Sampson is a British author known for her poetry anthologies and literary adaptations. She has curated several collections of poems on various themes, such as love, nature, and the human experience. Sampson's works often feature a modern twist on classic poetry, making them accessible to a wide audience. Her most notable works include "Poems That Make Grown Men Cry" and "She is Fierce: Brave, Bold and Beautiful Poems by Women." Sampson's contributions to literature lie in her ability to bring together diverse voices and perspectives, showcasing the power of poetry to connect and inspire. Her impact on the literary genre is evident in her ability to engage readers with timeless themes and emotions through the art of poetry.
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