Gods and Monsters - Mythological Poems by Ana Sampson

Gods and Monsters - Mythological Poems by Ana SampsonMeet monsters and mythical creatures in this epic poetry collection, perfect for young poetry fans, illustrated throughout in black and white line. Compiled by best selling anthologist Ana Sampson, illustrated by award winning former children's laureate Chris Riddell and with an introduction by Natalie Haynes, author of Stone Blind. People all over the world have always told each other stories. And from the very earliest times, many of these stories

she carries her secret as a dark weight on her heart

Loire Valley

they must journey into myth and legend – to bargain with the trickster Loki and unlock their destinies with the help of the Three Fates – and find a way to untangle the Alchemist’s grip on the world’s imagination

With wry wit

with her daemon Pantalaimon

he expertly presided over a live panel of former footballers watching the most exciting sporting chapter of the weekend

she finds her only comfort in the kindness of the fourth

how many times can they evade the Empire before their luck runs out

with the sure footing of a serious student of climbing history

with text by award-winning author Malachy Doyle and stunning

school or office

is partially based on Plath's own life