De Paarden van Heraion
(The Horses of Heraion)
Authors: Karel Verleyen and Frank Leys
Illustrator: André Sollie
Series: Ancient Stories (3 parts)
Original language: Flemish
Translated into English: not
Published: February 2000
ISBN13: 9789065659378
Price: € 7.90 (HC)
Age: 12 years old and up
Earlier on we discussed the Egyptian stories of Karel Verleyen and Frank Leys on snazzie and today we read another beautiful book by these two Flemish writers; The Horses of Heraion. The story takes place in a small town in ancient Greece. Where a group of young people lives who love sports. Sports are not as important here like in places that participate in the annual Pytic Games. Until a stranger arrives in their village who sees talent in them ...
In this book you will find many side stories about gods, demigods and mythical creatures, which characterizes the books of these writers and makes the story extra beautiful. This book is easy to read and it is fun and exciting. At the same time, the monsters learn a bit more about the ancient Greeks and their gods. It is also unique and artistically illustrated by the Flemish writer/illustrator André Sollie. A wonderful book!
3 eternally bright shining stars for The Horses of Heraion, from our young readers, the listeners and their readers!