Items related to Sirens and Sea Monsters (Tales from the Odyssey, 3)
Synopsis
In these books based on episodes from Homer's Odyssey, Mary Pope Osborne brings to life the exciting adventures of one of the greatest heroes of all time. Now in paperback!
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Mary Pope Osborne is the author of the best-selling series The Magic Tree House. She has also written many acclaimed retellings of myths and folktales and works of historical fiction.
From School Library Journal
Grade 3-9-Closely following Book 12 of the Odyssey, Osborne relates the tale of Odysseus and his men as they travel back from the Land of the Dead to Circe's Island. Circe warns Odysseus of dangers ahead; he and his men soldier on to the seas of the monster Scylla, where six men are viciously eaten, as Circe had foretold. Heeding her words, Odysseus tries to talk his men out of stopping at Helios's island, but they insist, defying the gods by eating Helios's cattle, resulting in their deaths. Odysseus is left alone, floating through the seas, until he lands on the shores of Calypso's island. Osborne presents a readable version of the old story, retaining Homeric refrains and using the descriptive language found in better translations. The story is not modernized, yet will appeal to today's readers. The book includes a helpful map, and end matter such as a pronunciation guide, a list of the major gods and goddesses, sources, and information about Homer and his works. Young readers will find the adventures of Odysseus intriguing, and reluctant middle- to high-school readers could gain access to the Odyssey through this series.
Angela J. Reynolds, Washington County Cooperative Library Services, Hillsboro, OR
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherLittle, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0786807725
- ISBN 13 9780786807727
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages105
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 62.79
Shipping:
US$ 3.95
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monsters
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP17038265
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monsters (Tales from the Odyssey (3))
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Re, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_418935657
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monsters (Tales from the Odyssey (3))
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00076504769
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I5N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I3N10
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I5N10
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Sirens and Sea Monster
Published by
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2003
ISBN 10: 0786807725
ISBN 13: 9780786807727
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.47. Seller Inventory # G0786807725I3N00
Quantity: 2 available