Dalí
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Marianna Mayer Book order
Marianna Mayer views folktales and myths as humankind's first stories—a collective dreaming filled with timeless symbols and images. She often revisits existing tales to explore their unresolved fragments and perplexing mysteries. Though known as a children's book author, her background in visual art, particularly painting, deeply influences her writing, providing imagery she uses as her palette and canvas. Mayer immerses herself in the culture of each story, evident in her research into Slavic mythology for a tale of Baba Yaga. She aims to reach the inner child in herself and her readers, crafting characters who overcome daunting odds with courage and perseverance, thereby instilling hope.
- 2007
- 2005
Children's Book-of-the-Month Club: The Unicorn and the Lake
- 44 pages
- 2 hours of reading
When a serpent poisons the lake where all the animals drink, only the unicorn has the power to save them. "The magical combination of Mayer and Hague will make this a popular book for years to come." -- American Bookseller Pick of the Lists. Mayer's enchanted telling and Hague's shimmering paintings celebrate the legend of the unicorn. -- Publishers Weekly
- 1998
Pegasus
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Facing death due to a jealous king, Bellerophon embarks on a quest to gain the trust of the mythical winged horse, Pegasus. Their journey evolves from a poignant meeting to a deep friendship, culminating in the thrilling battle against the terrifying Chimera. This captivating adventure blends rich storytelling with stunning illustrations, making it an enchanting experience for readers of all ages and a magnificent rendition of a classic Greek tale.
- 1994
Sweet, lovely Vasilisa lives with her jealous stepmother and stepsisters on the edge of a dark forest inhabited by the evil witch Baba Yaga. One night the stepmother sends Vasilisa to visit Baba Yaga, an errand from which the gentle girl has little chance of returning alive. "An engaging text and accomplished paintings set this version apart....A stylized and classy offering."--School Library Journal.
- 1989
For generations, children have loved the enchanting story of the twelve beautiful princesses and the handsome young lad who solves the mystery of their tattered shoes. Now Marianna Mayer brings to life all the splendor and romance of this beloved classic, from the dazzling forests Of silver, gold, and diamonds to a twilight palace where the bewitched princesses dance to hypnotic music. And award-winning artist Kinuko Craft add, her own magic: a visual feast of exquisite, jewel-like paintings that sweep across the pages. Together, Mayer and Craft have created an unforgettable world that readers of all ages will want to return to again and again.