Mermaids, Sirens and Selkies : Myths and Legends by Jean Menzies

Mermaids, Sirens and Selkies : Myths and Legends by Jean MenziesLegends about sea people part human, part fish have been told across the world since ancient times. Now the best of these stories are brought together in one entrancing volume. Early maps carried illustrations of mermaids alongside monsters, signalling both the allure and the danger of uncharted seas. The far reaching historical and cultural significance of mermaids and their kin is reflected in the myriad stories about them. Odysseus at sea must

is Margolyes's manifesto for a fulfilled life

*WINNER OF THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON MEDAL FOR MILITARY HISTORY**A DAILY TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022*'No one interested in the history of Europe can afford not to read this stupendous book' Simon Heffer

and the help of many environmentalists

But the real action is away from the streets

and the first book in the series that inspired hit TV show Big Sky

Discover wooded river pools and tumbling waterfalls

Published By: PUSHKIN PRESS

Dare I Say It blends stories from Naomi and her friends with humour and expert advice

She used to love her job – until her mentor died and her new boss decided to make her life hell

and Issie is unaware that the young colt’s progress is being closely watched

Sophocles (496-405 BC) was born at Colonus

Packed with fiendish clues