(3) 4-6 Legends series. Illustrated by Thomas Yeates. Horowitz first adapted most of these stories thirty years ago, but the culturally varied myths resonate well in their new packaging. Balancing the heroic and the macabre, these dryly humorous, sometimes gory retellings hold particular appeal for reluctant readers. The conversational language also lends itself well to reading aloud. Black-and-white illustrations provide occasional breaks in the text while adding visual interest. Review covers these Legends titles: Death and the Underworld and Heroes and Villains.

Reviewer: Bethany Templeton Klem

(3) 4-6 Legends series. Illustrated by Thomas Yeates. Horowitz first adapted most of these stories thirty years ago, but the culturally varied myths resonate well in their new packaging. Balancing the heroic and the macabre, these dryly humorous, sometimes gory retellings hold particular appeal for reluctant readers. The conversational language also lends itself well to reading aloud. Black-and-white illustrations provide occasional breaks in the text while adding visual interest. Review covers these Legends titles: Death and the Underworld and Heroes and Villains.

Reviewer: Bethany Templeton Klem

(3) 4-6 Legends series. Illustrated by Thomas Yeates. Stories from Horowitz's previously published Kingfisher Book of Myths and Legends are presented in these two volumes, modestly re-edited and with new illustrations. Under Horowitz's hand, the tales from around the world have a casual tone, accessible language, dry humor, and just enough gore to keep reluctant readers going. Black-and-white illustrations add some excitement and visual interest. Review covers these Legends titles: Battles and Quests and Beasts and Monsters.

Reviewer: Bethany Templeton Klem

(3) 4-6 Legends series. Illustrated by Thomas Yeates. Stories from Horowitz's previously published Kingfisher Book of Myths and Legends are presented in these two volumes, modestly re-edited and with new illustrations. Under Horowitz's hand, the tales from around the world have a casual tone, accessible language, dry humor, and just enough gore to keep reluctant readers going. Black-and-white illustrations add some excitement and visual interest. Review covers these Legends titles: Battles and Quests and Beasts and Monsters.

Reviewer: Bethany Templeton Klem