Mermaids

ISBN: 9781433967641 (electronic bk.)
ISBN: 1433967642 (electronic bk.)
Physical Description: electronic resource remote 1 online resource.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: New York : Gareth Stevens, 2012.

Jeffrey, Gary. (Author). Boccanfuso, Emanuele. (Added Author).

Summary: Mermaids have been a part of mythology for thousands of years, captivating people from the days of ancient Greece through modern times. In this book, readers explore exciting stories of these dangerously charming creatures--from the deadly Russian rusalka to the helpful jengu of Cameroon. In addition to these intriguing legends, readers discover the British tale of a kindly mermaid and her magical comb. Presented in eye-catching graphic-novel form, this story is sure to engage even the most reluctant readers with its detailed drawings and easy-to-follow text. Readers are able to explore a world of undersea stories like never before in this book.