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by Newman (Author)
This beautifully hardback anthology with printed page edges presents a thrilling collection of 31 myths and folk tales with inspiring heroines at their center featuring breath-taking full-color illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Khoa Le.
This collection brings together folktales from different countries and cultures, showcasing narratives that celebrate strong, independent women. Heroines in these tales run free and possess the qualities we would hope for in our daughters and friends: self-confidence, strength, wits, courage, fearlessness, and independence. In reading these stories, young readers will become inspired to smash stereotypes, fight for what's right and unleash their own inner strength. Tales include:- Freyja's Necklace (Norse)
- Amaterasu and the Cave (Japanese)
- Pandora and the Jar (Greek)
- Pele Fights with her Sister (Hawaiian)
- Leelinau the Lost Daughter (North American, Chippewa)
- Isis Discovers the Name of Ra (Egyptian) This beautiful hardback compendium features striking printed endpaper designs and gold cover embossing, creating a magnificent way to enjoy these empowering tales for readers aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Deluxe Children's Classics are exquisitely designed hardcover editions of classic children's literature, beautifully presented with full-color illustrations, stenciled page-edges, and decorative endpapers. Together, they make a wonderful entryway into these best-loved classics that children can treasure forever.
Author Biography
Claudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, with an exceptional talent for making complex ideas accessible. She specializes in the subjects of geography, science, and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages and have sold over a quarter of a million copies. She lives in London.
Samantha Newman is a children's fiction author with a talent for humor and a flair for the fantastic. She has adapted folk tales from around the world; brought Shakespeare to a modern audience; and remixed fairy tales. Khoa Le is an award-winning author and illustrator of numerous picture books based in Vietnam. She has worked with many top publishers, including Hachette and Usbourne and in 2020 she won best illustrator for the Northern Lights Book Awards. Khoa also works as a graphic designer and painter and has participated in several group and solo exhibitions in different Asian countries.
Number of Pages: 256
Publication Date: November 25, 2025
