Neil Philip

A collection of myths from many cultures.

Recounts the life and adventures of Robin Hood, who, with his band of followers, lived in Sherwood Forest as an outlaw dedicated to fighting tyranny. Illustrated notes throughout the text explain the historical background of the story.

Retells the myths known by the Vikings, featuring such figures as Odin, Tyr, Thor, and Frigg.

Retells the adventures of the hero Odysseus as he encounters many monsters and other obstacles on his journey home from the Trojan War.

Sheherezade, daughter of King Shahryar's advisor, tells her husband a different story every night to keep the king from killing her.

No other outlaw in history or literature is as famous as Robin Hood. People everywhere love this colourful hero who robs the rich to give to the poor and know by name his band of merry men. Tales of his daring exploits have passed from generation to generation.

Neil Philip's telling of the Robin Hood tales is based on the medieval ballads that first described this hero's classic adventures. Robin's brave deeds and their fascinating context are

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An illustrated collection of twenty stories from many Celtic regions, including "The Battle of the Birds, "Finn MacCool and the Scotch Giant," and "The Ship that Went to America."

The happy prince -- The nightingale and the rose -- The selfish giant -- The devoted friend -- The remarkable rocket -- The young king -- The birthday of the Infanta -- The fisherman and his soul -- The star-child.

Weaves the testimony of many Native Americans into a single narrative of childhood and growing up.