A Wonder Book for Girls & Boys: Greek Myths Retold for Children by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Annotated Content This edition has been annotated with the following unique content. Historical Context Detailed 19th Century Analysis "Well; but when the hungry old king looked at the bountiful dish of bread and milk, it seemed to him better than a slice of a turtle." A Wonder Book for Girls & Boys by American writer Nathaniel Hawthorne was published in 1828. Hawthorne drew inspiration from classical Greek mythology, reimagining and retelling six myths in a way that would be accessible and entertaining for children. The book is structured with a framing narrative where Hawthorne presents the stories as if he is recounting them to a group of children. This approach adds a personal and conversational touch to the retellings. Hawthorne wrote the book for his own children, which adds a personal touch to the work. Read more