Pandora

Rating:
Summary: A Marvelous Introduction to the Classic Myth.....
Review: "What was in the jar?/The jar that was closed tight/And not to be opened!/What was in the jar?/It was all Pandora could think of!" So begins Robert Burleigh's marvelous retelling of Pandora. His poetic text written in easy to read, short sentences, is compelling and filled with excitement and drama as the tension builds toward the inevitable climax and hopeful ending. Raul Colon's elegant and evocative illustrations complement the story beautifully, and together word and art bring the myth to life in rich detail. With a character list and informative forward to enhance understanding of the story, Pandora is perfect for youngsters 8-12, and is an engaging introduction to Greek myths that shouldn't be missed.

Rating:
Summary: A Marvelous Introduction to the Classic Myth.....
Review: "What was in the jar?/The jar that was closed tight/And not to be opened!/What was in the jar?/It was all Pandora could think of!" So begins Robert Burleigh's marvelous retelling of Pandora. His poetic text written in easy to read, short sentences, is compelling and filled with excitement and drama as the tension builds toward the inevitable climax and hopeful ending. Raul Colon's elegant and evocative illustrations complement the story beautifully, and together word and art bring the myth to life in rich detail. With a character list and informative forward to enhance understanding of the story, Pandora is perfect for youngsters 8-12, and is an engaging introduction to Greek myths that shouldn't be missed.