The Beasts in the Jar (Greek Beasts and Heroes) - Softcover

Lucy Coats read English and Ancient History at Edinburgh University, then worked in children's publishing and now writes full-time. She is a gifted children's poet and has also written several picture book texts. She is widely respected for her lively retellings of myths and has also published a children's novel. Her 12-book series, Greek Beasts and Heroes is being published by Orion throughout 2010. Lucy's website is www.lucycoats.com. Anthony Lewis is a highly-acclaimed illustrator, whose most recent collaboration with Lucy Coats is COLL THE STORYTELLER'S TALES OF ENCHANTMENT.

"A fabulous introduction . . . perfect for bedtime reading. . . .  The writing is direct and punchy, allowing the myths to shine...the sort of book(s) that you could get completely hooked on and plough straight through, wanting one more story after another. . . .  Highly recommended."  —Bookbag

"Some of the greatest stories ever told have never been more accessible than in these charming and eye-catching books which have an easy-to-understand text accompanied by exciting and high impact illustrations."  —Lancashire Evening Post