Stories from the stars - Fables and legends from all corners of the world

For thousands of years, people have gazed up at the night sky and told each other stories about the stars and constellations, trying to figure out how they got into the sky. They invented many stories about it, and now you will read about vengeful and benevolent gods and goddesses, terrible monsters and brave heroes in fables and fairy tales, and you will unravel many mysteries of the universe and earthly life.

Do you want to know who was the first pharaoh, the most powerful sun god or the god of the underworld? Who saved the beautiful Andromeda from the sea monster or how the coyote scattered the stars? Immerse yourself in stories from around the world - from ancient Greece to North America, Africa, China and the Pacific.

The magical book by award-winning author Anita Ganeri, with beautiful illustrations by Andy Wilx, hides so many wonders that there is simply too much to fit into one place. And before you start reading, take a look at the evening sky. The stars will shine your light on the way to the secrets.