Classic Myths

A collection of short retellings of classical and northern myths for young readers, presenting stories about sky and sea deities, origin myths for animals and plants, constellations, winds, and transformations. Each brief tale links natural phenomena to human feeling and action, teaching about stars, seasons, and living creatures while emphasizing sympathy with nature. Illustrations reproduce classical art to reinforce the myths' images, and sections include legends from Greek, Roman, Norse, Russian, Finnish, and German traditions, arranged with brief introductions and teacher suggestions to aid reading and classroom use.