Clare Hibbert Monstrous Myths: Terrible Tales of Africa

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Step into a world of heroes, monsters and death-defying deeds! This book collects together rip-roaring adventure stories and larger-than-life myths from Africa. You'll discover: How Anansi, the sneaky spider man, tricked everyone he met and won a box of stories How Flying Lion, the most terrifying beast of all, lost his wings How Hlakanyana, a horrible little man with a bottomless appetite, finally met his match And much more! Perfect for all young history lovers, aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Monstrous Myths retells traditional myths with a child-friendly emphasis on scary and weird elements. These humorous, cheeky and irreverent books are jam-packed with real facts about the beliefs of ancient cultures. Featuring witty, anarchic cartoons, this series makes history accessible and fun for young readers.