Greek Heroes - Stories Translated from Niebuhr - Illustrated by Arthur Rackham

'The Greek Heroes - Stories Translated From Niebuhr' presents a collection of thrilling stories about five Greek Heroes; 'The Argonauts, 'The Prowess of Hercules', 'The Heraclidae', 'The Story of Perseus', and 'The Story of Theseus'. Together, these stories provide a comprehensive picture of Greek myth and legend. Barthold Georg Niebuhr (1776 - 1831), was a Danish-German statesman, banker, and historian who became Germany's leading historian of Classical Rome and Greece. His classic story telling brings this long lost world and ancient civilisation to life - for both young and old to enjoy. This edition of The Greek Heroes contains a series of dazzling colour and black-and-white illustrations by a master of the craft; Arthur Rackham (1867-1939). One of the most celebrated painters of the British Golden Age of Illustration (which encompassed the years from 1850 until the start of the First World War), Rackham s artistry is quite simply, unparalleled. Throughout his career, he developed a unique style, combining haunting humour with dream-like romance. Presented alongside the text, his illustrations further refine and elucidate Niebuhr s enthralling narratives. Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in children s literature a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration. We publish rare and vintage Golden Age illustrated books, in high-quality colour editions, so that the masterful artwork and story-telling can continue to delight both young and old.