Sun, Moon and Goldilocks, a Fairy Tale from Medieval Greece
Author | : Babis Pylarinos |
Publisher | : Greek Myths Editions |
Total Pages | : 38 |
Release | : 2012-05-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 9609337228 |
ISBN-13 | : 9789609337229 |
Rating | : 4/5 (229 Downloads) |
Download or read book Sun, Moon and Goldilocks, a Fairy Tale from Medieval Greece written by Babis Pylarinos and published by Greek Myths Editions. This book was released on 2012-05-11 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The myths of ancient Greece hold world-wide acclaim. The myths of the Byzantine and medieval times, however, as well as the ones of the last few centuries, remain relatively unknown. With this publication, Greek Myths Editions aim to acquaint the English speaking reader with the Greek fairy tales which have appeared in the broader region of Greece from ancient times till now. Babis Pylarinos' exemplary illustrations, influenced by the Byzantine, medieval and naif tradition help children to become acquainted not only with the world of myths itself but with the history of Greek painting over the last two thousand years as well. In this first volume, Goldhair dreams of becoming Queen, while the King dreams of battles; Goldhair dreams of young princes, but despises evil mother-in-laws. A fairy tale about the true fairies of the world: Love, trust, devotion, beauty and fertility. A fairy tale in which, apart from the King's marriage to the Queen, central to the plot are the importance of retaining a sense of decency (despite poverty), and the struggle against evil and deception.