A Wonder Book and Tanglewood Tales, for Girls and Boys

This charming anthology gathers six of the great ancient myths and reshapes them for young ears. The author treats the timeless tales with a light, imaginative touch, allowing the stories to soar while keeping the language clear enough for children to follow. Bright illustrations accompany each episode, bringing gods, heroes, and magical creatures to life in a way that feels both familiar and fresh.

In the opening chapter, a bright autumn morning finds a lively troupe of cousins and friends gathered on the porch of a country house called Tanglewood. Mist swirls over the valley, the hills appear as soft clouds, and the children chatter about a nut‑gathering expedition, their excitement brightening the cool air. From this idyllic setting the narrative drifts into the legend of Jason and the talking oak, hinting at further adventures with Pandora’s box, the Gorgon’s head, and other classic wonders that await the listeners.