A Crystal pool of myths and legends from around the world : a companion volume to the highly acclaimed GOLDEN HOARD, SILVER TREASURE and BRONZE CAULDRON. 28 of the most wonderful tales ever told. Geraldine McCaughrean, a Great storyteller herself, has gathered them from distant timesand faraway places and retells them brilliantly, adding notes on their origin and meaning. Bee Willey's spectacular illustrations draw on the background culture of each story and make this a wonderful gift book.