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The One-Eyed Giant and Other Monsters from the Greek Myths

Written & Illustrated by Anne Rockwell

Greenwillow (1996)

Monsters have played an important role in the myths of all cultures. Ten monsters from Greek mythology are brought to life here, including Polyphemus, the one-eyed Cyclops; the Gorgon Medusa, with hair made of snakes; and the Minotaur, with a human body and a bull's head.

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“ With a simple text and dramatic, full-page watercolor paintings, [Rockwell] brings young listeners scary fun without being too gruesome. ”

— ALA Booklist

“ [Illustrations] reflect classical inspiration, but are vivid and pronounced in childlike, nearly cartoon simplicity. ”

— School Library Journal