Hercules

By (author) Corvaglia, Sonia Elisabetta; Illustrated by Láng, Anna
Description

Join the hero Hercules as he battles legendary monsters and foes! Will he complete his twelve labors?

The demigod Hercules gets his strength from his father Zeus, King of the Gods. To prove his divine power, the young hero is challenged to complete twelve tasks. Join the strongest hero of mythology as he fist fights lions, giants, and hydras; tricks kings and queens; and steals golden apples from the gods'' garden. Colorful and easy to read, this picture-book adaptation of Hercules''s heroic feats brings ancient myth to life—with a dash of adventure.

Bright art from bestselling illustrator Anna Láng reimagines the ancient Greek hero for a modern audience, while Sonia Elisabetta Corvaglia’s age-appropriate text makes for a page-turning volume. Hercules is perfect for young mythology lovers. Story time has never been so epic!

Adventure into the epic and magical world of Greek myths with this brightly illustrated series for young readers. More titles in the Little Library of Greek Myths series include the legends of Greek gods and heroes like Odysseus, Theseus, and Zeus.

Biographical note
Sonia Elisabetta Corvaglia was born in the province of Lecce, Italy, and currently lives and works in Milan. She teaches high-school literature and collaborates with local libraries as a consultant for projects to promote literacy and reading. She also oversees school programs to encourage inclusivity and to combat bullying and cyberbullying. Corvaglia has authored and ghostwritten numerous novels, children’s books, and online articles. Anna Láng is a Hungarian graphic designer and illustrator who is currently living and working in Sardinia. She attended the Hungarian University of Fine Arts in Budapest and graduated as a graphic designer in 2011. She worked for three years with an advertising agency and the National Theatre of Budapest. In 2013, she won the National Graphic Design Biennial, Békéscsaba award for her Shakespeare Poster series. Now she passionately illustrates children’s books, including a number of White Star Kids titles.