Enjoy 80 of the worlds greatest myths and characters, from the gods of greek mythology to the. No other volume of greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Another deservedly popular and impeccably newbiefriendly. Best young adultnew adult novels involving greek mythology. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers.
Writers are coming up with new works of mythology often inspired by the classical myths all the time, and some are even good enough that school kids might be rolling their eyes at them. The lord of the rings books are, after all, very, very good indeed. We bought this book to introduce our 5year old son to greek mythology while on a cruise around the greek islands. Classic mythology and ya lit have more than a few things in common. The norse gods thor and loki are major hollywood hunks, neil gaimans american gods is coming to television, and it seems like its far more socially. Now reading 11 great books on mythology norse, greek. Young adult demigods and monsters curse of the sphinx touched by myth.
If youre looking for ya books with greek myths tied in, you can try some of these series. Best books for kids and adults interested in greek. Ever since its original publication in 1942, edith hamiltons mythology has. And because i love them both equally, heres a list of ya. Theres more than just greek and roman mythology, too. Given that we have particularly fond memories of burying ourselves in. If youre fascinated by greek mythology books, or looking for percy. Best mythology books for kids and teens common sense media. Best books for teens based on greek mythology urban epics. Best of the ya greek mythology books this is a list of the best fantasy books related to greek mythology. Im not saying any of these predictions came truethey didnt. Has some very dark twists and a very powerful ending.
Best books for kids and adults interested in greek mythology. If youre a fan of tv, movies, and games based on world mythology, here are 11 beautiful books on mythology for you to explore. Now reading 11 great books on mythology norse, greek, japanese. This pageturner brings the furies of greek mythology to the modern world in this action. These books are the best greek mythology books from. Oct 28, 2019 this wiki has been updated 11 times since it was first published in february of 2018. Theres one for children, one for teenagers, one for scholars, one to read out loud and one thats very definitely adult in content. Parallel myths introduces us to the star players in the worlds great mythsnot only the twelve olympians of greek mythology, but the stern norse pantheon, the mysterious gods of india, the egyptian ennead, and the powerful deities of native americans, the chinese, and the various cultures of africa and oceania. The lightning thief by rick riordan, starcrossed by josephine angelini, the last olympian by rick riordan.
There are also online, out of, and therefore somewhat oldfashioned versions of the greek myths written for young people, including nathaniel hawthornes popular tanglewood tales, padraic colums story of the golden fleece, which is one of the central episodes in greek mythology, and charles kingsleys the heroes, or greek fairy tales for my children. Greek mythology for kids is an interesting albeit short digital book that is great for kids who are interested in mythology. To our surprise, our recent list of ya books based on greek mythology has become one of the most popular on the site. As such, its long been one of the main ancient sources that scholars have used to piece together greek mythology. Its about a young princess rejecting an arranged marriage to her cousin, who instead chooses to run away with a wandering musician. Aug 15, 2016 its a good time to be a mythology nerd.
Best mythology books for kids and teens at some point during their grade school years, lots of kids go through a big mythology phase they cant get enough of stories about gods, goddesses, and other mythological creatures. Greek myths for young children book by heather amery. Anyone no any good greek mythology books for young adults. Young adult greek mythology score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Scroll below to find out the best greek mythology books to read. Best greek mythology books to read for adults and kids. Heres a list of my favorite young adult books based on greek mythology. Jan 04, 2017 whether its adapted fairy tales, rewritten classic literature, updated fables, or modern greek mythology retellings, im a sucker for rereading tales ive already been told in new and exciting. He adored these stories and found them entertaining as well as memorable. I purchased this book and several others in the same series for her to read over the summer before starting 3rd grade. Best mythology books for kids and teens at some point during their grade school years, lots of kids go through a big mythology phase they cant get enough of stories about gods. Kids books with modern mythology and legends middle grade.
For adults with more advanced knowledge for those already familiar with bulfinch, the next book to pick up is timothy gantz early greek myths, although this is a 2volume reference work, rather than a book to read. Young adult novels book lists because we love teachers, students, books, and lists. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come. With the tremendous popularity of rick riordans percy jackson. The best mythologybased books for teens the ya shelf. Jan 17, 2014 for my list of reference books on greek mythology and retellings of the odyssey and the iliad, click here. Here are some lists of mythology books for teens on goodreads. Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Young adult and new adult comingofage novels involving greek mythology. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for smart. Sep 03, 2009 anyone no any good greek mythology books for young adults. Included are early creation stories and classic hero narratives with particular emphasis on the afterlife. Currently, the best greek mythology book is the timeless tales of gods and heroes. The best books on greek myths five books expert recommendations.
The complete world of greek mythology by richard buxton. Ever since its original publication in 1942, edith hamiltons mythology has been widely seen as the quintessential introduction to greek mythology for adults, even. Ya books good books books to read free books love book book 1 mythology books greek mythology thing 1. Greek mythology books appeal to readers of all ages, with some stunning retellings written for young adults. Whether its adapted fairy tales, rewritten classic literature, updated fables, or modern greek mythology retellings, im a sucker for rereading tales ive already been told in. Make a cup of tea and get ready to enjoy some of the most enduring stories in western history with something from our selection of greek mythology books. Ive always liked hamiltons mythology, but im also interested in others, such as buxtons.
All cultures have mythologies that explain the origin of the world and the existence of good and evil, and when analyzed collectively, often these stories have more in common than difference. Below is a brief list of some notable young adult novels that focus on greek mythology and ancient greece. Trying to decide where to start or where to go next from your current position, continue reading the 10 best norse mythology books. These books can be read be tweens, teens, and young adults. Check out even more mythology books for teens here.
The norse gods thor and loki are major hollywood hunks, neil gaimans american gods is coming to television, and it seems like its. List of 10 best books to read about greek mythology. If youre still fascinated with greek mythology books, or looking for percy jackson or circe readalikes, youll find the best of them here for adults, teens, and kids alike. The novels core is the quest of a young woman to bring magic back to her home country of orisha, but, throughout the story, adeyemi constructs so much more.
Check out our giveaways and exclusive cover reveals for the latest in ya releases. The drama of myths are particularly wellsuited to provide the scaffolding for teenage stories, whether focused coming of age or romance and adventure. The characters, stories, lessons, and themes of greek mythology have molded art and literature for over thousands of years now. My daughter is 8 years old and just finished 2nd grade. To be truly familiar with greek mythology, you really should know a good portion of the allusions ovid makes. The 10 best norse mythology books norse mythology for smart. Mythology connections greek and roman mythology connections. Lucy coats, author of one of the best books greek myth books for children, recommends her own favourites. And since there are so many mythologybased books for ya readers. For those already familiar with bulfinch, the next book to pick up is timothy gantz early greek myths, although this is a 2volume. There are so many books on norse mythology out there, especially at the beginner level, that if you were to make a pile with one copy of each it would probably reach all the way up to asgard. Chapter books, middle grade and ya novels with themes from. Should read books for teens books to read for young adults.
With the tremendous popularity of rick riordans percy jackson series, many other books with greek gods and goddesses as characters and themes from greek mythology have hit the shelves, so i thought id round up all the titles i could think of for you here. It also made me want to dig out my greek mythology nonfiction books so i could read up and made predictions about the rest of the series. Following are some of the most preferred available on amazon easily. Given that we have particularly fond memories of burying ourselves in books about ancient egypt and egyptian mythology and virtually anything containing mummies, we thought it might be a good idea to do a round up of some young adult and middle grade novels dealing with these. Young adult greek mythology score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Adeyemis ya novel does a brilliant job of drawing from mythology, religion, and modern culture to create a new storytelling universe that feels both timeless and shockingly relevant. The idea behind might be a good one and i love greek mythology, but such a cornysyrupy etc. Complete world of greek mythology edition 1 by richard.
An awardwinning dramatist and illustrator, christina has painted more than 20 childrens books, including blodin and the beast by michael morpurgo, zoo in the sky, the planet gods, the lion bible, national geographics treasury of greek mythology, and national geographics treasury egyptian mythology. The 10 best greek mythology books norse mythology for. One of the bestselling mythology books of all time by bernard evslin, todd haberkorn, et al. The 10 best norse mythology books norse mythology for. If you want a fun take on greek myths, try the mythlopedia books by steven otfinoski. If you love greek mythology youll want to read more in these recommended books and resources for adults and kids. A full, authoritative, and wholly engaging account of these endlessly fascinating tales and of the ancient society in which they were created. Mythology connections young adult novels book lists. Theres a bewildering array of books out there on greek mythology, especially at the beginner level. If its serious researchtype books on greek mythology, you wont find it here.
Books one cursed academy year two a teen supernatural demigods academy year two. Greek mythology is the precursor to modern religion. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon kindle store best sellers. Which ones are most deserving of your hardearned money. This is a list of the best fantasy books related to greek mythology. Enjoy 80 of the worlds greatest myths and characters, from the gods of greek mythology to the norse heroes, in this attractive volume. Timeless tales of gods and heroes by edith hamilton. That was one reason they fascinated me, but theyre just damn good stories. What are some good greek mythology books for young adults. Jul 22, 2019 greek mythology books retellings, translations, and commentary continue to be some of my favorite reads.
From the first millennium bc until today, the myths have been. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. What are the best books on greek myths for young children. Its like with vampire novels, we can say that dracula was the first real vampire story everyone loved, but vampire stories in general didnt become popular until the vampires. Greek myths are among the most complex and influential stories ever told. For my list of reference books on greek mythology and retellings of the odyssey and the iliad, click here.
Best of the ya greek mythology books 143 books goodreads. Tiffany schmidt, debut author of send me a sign 2012 by walker bloomsbury. Here are the greats of ancient greecegods and goddesses, heroes and monstersas freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. Kids books with modern mythology and legends middle. Aug 24, 2017 the classic stories of mythology have been repeatedly mined for inspiration and reinterpreted for modern times, and have been an ongoing trend in young adult literature. There are so many books on norse mythology out there, especially at the beginner level, that if you were to make a pile with one copy of each it would probably reach all the way up to asgard itself. The best books on greek myths, as recommended by author lucy coats. Buy a cheap copy of greek myths for young children book by heather amery. Mar 17, 2020 now that youve seen our list of the best greek mythology books and movies, im sure youll be interested in trying out more of the best greek mythology books in audio. These books are the best greek mythology books from past and present.