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The Golden Age

Ovid's Metamorphoses
By Ovid and Ana Sender  and Ana Sender
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The Golden Age by Ovid, Ana Sender, and Ana Sender is a beautiful exploration designed for children, based on classical mythology. The story takes readers back to an idyllic era of peace and abundance in the mythical world, where harmony between humans and nature reigns supreme. With enchanting illustrations, it introduces young readers to timeless themes of simplicity, justice, and the wonders of a mythical utopia.
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You might like this book if you're captivated by magical tales that weave together the beauty of nature and dreams. This book uses enchanting illustrations to bring a classic story to life, making it perfect for young readers and those young at heart who love exploring timeless myths in an engaging, visual way.

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The Golden Age

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Seventeen of Ovid’s enduring stories stunningly illustrated.

Known the world over, Ovid’s canonical work has spanned centuries, never losing its relevance. Retold by award-winning Austrian author Heinz Janisch with transcendent illustrations by Ana Sender, this collection includes some of Ovid’s most popular and potent stories—sure to reach new hearts and minds.

From The Story of the Origin of the World to Midas, Pan, Europa, Apollo, Daphne, Narcissus, Echo, and Fama, the goddess of rumour and stories, we see the multifaceted world of Ovid’s Metamorphoses. These tales about gods, goddesses, humans, nymphs, and other beings remind us that transformation and the power of story is never ending.

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The Golden Age by Ovid, illustrated by Ana Sender, has received praise for its captivating illustrations that enhance the storytelling. Reviewers note Ana Sender's effective use of a subdued colour palette and dynamic illustrations that offer depth to the narrative. This children's adaptation of Ovid's Metamorphoses introduces both well-known and lesser-known myths, capturing a new generation with its lyrical and engaging retelling.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780735844711

Publisher: North-South Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: North-South Books

Illustration: Colour Throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 104

Collections

Ana Sender  Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ovid

About the Author

Heinz Janisch was born in Güssing, Austria. He studied German and journalism in Vienna. He has worked for Austrian radio since 1982 and is editor of the series Menschenbilder [Human Images]. He has published countless books for children of all ages and has been awarded many prizes, including the Austrian Prize for Books for Children and Young Adults, and the Bologna Ragazzi Award. He has also been nominated for the German Prize for Children’s Literature. Heinz now lives in Vienna and in Burgenland, Austria.

Ana Sender was born in Terrassa (Barcelona), Spain in 1978. She studied Fine Arts and illustration at the Massana Art School in Barcelona, and completed her studies at the Francesca Bonemaisson school. She draws, writes, and imagines all sorts of stories. Her works have appeared both in many books and newspapers. Ana lives near the forest. Many of her illustrations are inspired by her dreams. She likes werewolves, wild things, and green swampy places.

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