The Orchard Book of Swords, Sorcerers and Superheroes
Author(s): Tony Bradman
This collection brings together ten classic stories, each one as thrilling as the last. From the heroics of Jason and the Argonauts, to the courage of George as he sets out to fight the terrible dragon, to the bravery and kindness of Robin Hood, this is a book full of excitement, surprises and adventure. Retold in a lively and humorous style by Tony Bradman and accompanied by Tony Ross's distinctive illustrations, these stories will capture every child's imagination from the very first page. Contents: Jason and the Golden Fleece * King Arthur's Beginnings * Aladdin and His Magic Lamp * William Tell * Hercules and the Monstrous Cacus * Sinbad the Sailor and the Roc * George and the Dragon * Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves * Theseus and the Minotaur * Robin Hood and the Sheriff
Product Information
Tony Bradman writes for children of all ages and is particularly well-known for his top-selling Dilly the Dinosaur series (Egmont). His titles for Orchard include the Happily Ever After series and 'The Orchard Book of Heroes and Villains'. Tony lives in South East London. Tony Ross is one of today's most well-known and loved artists, and the award-winning illustrator of over 100 picture books. His work has been published all over the world. Tony lives in Cheshire.
General Fields
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- : Hachette Children's Books
- : 0.66
- : 01 July 2010
- : 265mm X 239mm X 10mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : Tony Bradman
- : Paperback
- : 1
- : Tony Ross
- : 823.914
- : 8-12
- : 128
- : col. ill
