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Zusatztext Ten fabulous stories of macho derring-do Informationen zum Autor Tony Bradman is an experienced editor! writer and anthologist in the world of children's books. He has written numerous plays! stories and poems for young children. His book 'Here come the Heebie-Jeebies and Other Scary Poems' was short-listed for The English 4-11 Awards for the Best Children's Illustrated Books of 2000. Tony Ross was born in London and studied at the Liverpool School of Art and Design. He has worked as a cartoonist! a graphic designer! as the Art Director of an advertising agency! and as Senior Lecturer in Art at Manchester Polytechnic. Tony is one of the most popular and successful children's illustrators of all time! best known for illustrating Horrid Henry and the works of David Walliams. Tony's books have been translated into 40 languages in over 100 countries. He lives in Macclesfield. Zusammenfassung This collection brings together ten classic stories! each one as thrilling as the last. From the heroics of Jason and the Argonauts! to the courage of George as he sets out to fight the terrible dragon! to the bravery and kindness of Robin Hood! this is a book full of excitement! surprises and adventure. Retold in a lively and humorous style by Tony Bradman and accompanied by Tony Ross's distinctive illustrations! these stories will capture every child's imagination from the very first page. Contents: Jason and the Golden Fleece * King Arthur's Beginnings * Aladdin and His Magic Lamp * William Tell * Hercules and the Monstrous Cacus * Sinbad the Sailor and the Roc * George and the Dragon * Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves * Theseus and the Minotaur * Robin Hood and the Sheriff
