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Von Händler/Antiquariat, BuySomeBooks [52360437], Las Vegas, NV, U.S.A.
This item is printed on demand. Paperback. 24 pages. Dimensions: 9.7in. x 7.4in. x 0.1in.This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1895 edition. Excerpt: . . . ur Majesty think fit, I would suggest that a holily be proclaimed, and that all your Majestys subcts be summoned to behold this wonderful curiosity, ew of them, I imagine, have seen a Gorgons head jfore, and perhaps never may again! 116. The king well knew that his subjects were an ile set of reprobates, and very fond of sight-seeing, i idle persons usually are. So he took the young ians advice, and sent out heralds and messengers, i all directions, to blow the trumpet at the street- ic irners, and in the market-places, and wherever two ads met and summon everybody to court. Thither, jcordingly, came a great multitude of good-for-nothig vagabonds, all of whom, out of pure love of lischief, would have been glad if Perseus had met 15 ith some ill-hap in his encounter with the Gorgons. E there were any better people in the island (as I jally hope there may have been, although the story alls nothing about any such), they stayed quietly at ome, minding their own business, and taking care of 20 heir little children. Most of the inhabitants, at all vents, ran as fast as they could to the palace, and hoved, and pushed, and elbowed one another, in their agerness to get near a balcony, on which Perseus howed himself, holding the embroidered wallet in 25 lis hand. 117. On a platform, within full view of the baliony, sat the mighty King Polydectes, amid his evil : ounsellors, and with his flattering courtiers in a lemicircle round about him. Monarch, counsellors, 50 courtiers, and subjects, all gazed eagerly towan Perseus. 118. Show us the head! Show us the head! shouted the people; and there was a fierceness i 5 their cry as if they would tear Perseus to pieces, u: less he should satisfy them with what he had to sho Show us the head. . . This item ships from La Vergne,TN.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, The Book Depository US [58762574], London, United Kingdom.
Language: English . Brand New Book ***** Print on Demand *****. This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1895 edition. Excerpt: . >ur Majesty think fit, I would suggest that a holily be proclaimed, and that all your Majesty s subcts be summoned to behold this wonderful curiosity, ew of them, I imagine, have seen a Gorgon s head jfore, and perhaps never may again! 116. The king well knew that his subjects were an ile set of reprobates, and very fond of sight-seeing, i idle persons usually are. So he took the young ian s advice, and sent out heralds and messengers, i all directions, to blow the trumpet at the street- ic irners, and in the market-places, and wherever two >ads met and summon everybody to court. Thither, jcordingly, came a great multitude of good-for-nothig vagabonds, all of whom, out of pure love of lischief, would have been glad if Perseus had met 15 ith some ill-hap in his encounter with the Gorgons. E there were any better people in the island (as I jally hope there may have been, although the story alls nothing about any such), they stayed quietly at ome, minding their own business, and taking care of 20 heir little children. Most of the inhabitants, at all vents, ran as fast as they could to the palace, and hoved, and pushed, and elbowed one another, in their agerness to get near a balcony, on which Perseus howed himself, holding the embroidered wallet in 25 lis hand. 117. On a platform, within full view of the baliony, sat the mighty King Polydectes, amid his evil: ounsellors, and with his flattering courtiers in a lemicircle round about him. Monarch, counsellors, 50 courtiers, and subjects, all gazed eagerly towan Perseus. 118. Show us the head! Show us the head! shouted the people; and there was a fierceness i 5 their cry as if they would tear Perseus to pieces, u: less he should satisfy them with what he had to sho DEGREES Show us the head.

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Language: English . Brand New Book ***** Print on Demand *****.This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1895 edition. Excerpt: . >ur Majesty think fit, I would suggest that a holily be proclaimed, and that all your Majesty s subcts be summoned to behold this wonderful curiosity, ew of them, I imagine, have seen a Gorgon s head jfore, and perhaps never may again! 116. The king well knew that his subjects were an ile set of reprobates, and very fond of sight-seeing, i idle persons usually are. So he took the young ian s advice, and sent out heralds and messengers, i all directions, to blow the trumpet at the street- ic irners, and in the market-places, and wherever two >ads met and summon everybody to court. Thither, jcordingly, came a great multitude of good-for-nothig vagabonds, all of whom, out of pure love of lischief, would have been glad if Perseus had met 15 ith some ill-hap in his encounter with the Gorgons. E there were any better people in the island (as I jally hope there may have been, although the story alls nothing about any such), they stayed quietly at ome, minding their own business, and taking care of 20 heir little children. Most of the inhabitants, at all vents, ran as fast as they could to the palace, and hoved, and pushed, and elbowed one another, in their agerness to get near a balcony, on which Perseus howed himself, holding the embroidered wallet in 25 lis hand. 117. On a platform, within full view of the baliony, sat the mighty King Polydectes, amid his evil: ounsellors, and with his flattering courtiers in a lemicircle round about him. Monarch, counsellors, 50 courtiers, and subjects, all gazed eagerly towan Perseus. 118. Show us the head! Show us the head! shouted the people; and there was a fierceness i 5 their cry as if they would tear Perseus to pieces, u: less he should satisfy them with what he had to sho DEGREES Show us the head.

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Tor Classics are affordably-priced editions designed to attract the young reader. Original dynamic cover art enthusiastically represents the excitement of each story. Appropriate "reader friendly" type sizes have been chosen for each title-offering clear, accurate, and readable text. All editions are complete and unabridged, and feature Introductions and Afterwords. This edition of A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys includes a Foreword, Biographical Note, and Afterword by Eileen Charbonneau. Thousands of years ago, when monsters roamed the earth and magic rules the world, the Greeks set sail among the islands of the Aegean Sea in search of incredible riches and fantastic adventures. adventures that would become legendary. The Gorgons: cruel witches with snakes for hair. Midas: everything he touched turned to gold. even people. Hercules: the greatest hero of all time. Chimaera: part lion, part goat, part snake-but all monster! Pegasus: the magical flying horse. These are only a few of the fabulous heroes and monsters in the collection of classic Greek adventures retold especially for young people by one of the world's greatest authors.

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Nathaniel Hawthorne, Arthur Rackham, Books, History, A Wonder Book, This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

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Teeming with monsters, magic, and adventure, this captivating children's classic by one of America's greatest writers retells six legendary tales of incredible warriors and evil creatures. Using a fictional narrator who tells engrossing stories to his young relatives on quiet hillsides, in secluded vales, and other attractive settings, Nathaniel Hawthorne draws his readers into the imaginative and ancient world of Greek mythology. There, they meet King Midas, the man with an unusual power, in ''The Golden Touch''; Hercules, the legendary hero and strongman, in ''The Three Golden Apples''; cruel witches with snakes for hair, in ''The Gorgon's Head''; and ''The Chimaera,'' a monster that is part lion, part goat, and part snake. An enchanting account of Pandora and an enticing box is recounted in ''The Paradise of Children,'' while ''The Miraculous Pitcher'' tells a heartwarming tale about the rewards of hospitality and goodness. An excellent way to acquaint youngsters with a number of classical heroes and evil-doers, A Wonder Book will enchant readers of all ages. Teeming with monsters, magic, and adventure, this captivating children's classic by one of America's greatest writers retells six legendary tales of incredible warriors and evil creatures. Using a fictional narrator who tells engrossing stories to his young relatives on quiet hillsides, in secluded vales, and other attractive settings, Nathaniel Hawthorne draws his readers into the imaginative and ancient world of Greek mythology. There, they meet King Midas, the man with an unusual power, in ''The Golden Touch''; Hercules, the legendary hero and strongman, in ''The Three Golden Apples''; cruel witches with snakes for hair, in ''The Gorgon's Head''; and ''The Chimaera,'' a monster that is part lion, part goat, and part snake. An enchanting account of Pandora and an enticing box is recounted in ''The Paradise of Children,'' while ''The Miraculous Pitcher'' tells a heartwarming tale about the rewards of hospitality and goodness. An excellent way to acquaint youngsters with a number of classical heroes and evil-doers, A Wonder Book will enchant readers of all ages. Inhoud:Taal: Engels;Bindwijze: Paperback;Aantal pagina's: 152 pagina's;Aanbevolen leeftijd: 6 - 8 jaar;Illustraties: Nee; Betrokkenen:Auteur: Nathaniel Hawthorne;Uitgever: Independently Published; EAN: Overige kenmerken:Extra groot lettertype: Nee;Thema Qualifier Code: 5AG;Thema Subject Code: YF; Engels | Paperback | 9798608126468 | 152 pagina's.

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Nathaniel Hawthorne, Books, Social and Cultural Studies, A Wonder Book, A Wonder Book.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Ergodebooks.
Nabu Press, 2010-09-11. Paperback. Good.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Amazon.de.
Independently published, Taschenbuch, Publiziert: 2020-02-09T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Book.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, BuySomeBooks, NV, Las Vegas, [RE:5].
Trade paperback.