Knowledge Encyclopedia Myths and Legends

DK’s best-selling illustrated encyclopedia series explores the fantastical world of myths and legends.

Discover stories from myth and legend as you've never seen them before through incredibly detailed 3D illustrations in this encyclopedia for children aged 9+.

Knowledge Encyclopedia’s clear explanations, illustrations, photographs, and 3D images will engage children in complex subjects. Find yourself transported to a realm of myth and legend with this perfect gift for anyone who loves stories of gods, monsters, and heroes.

This all-encompassing myth encyclopedia for kids offers:

• An impressive collection of facts, charts, timelines, and illustrations.
• A visual approach using illustrations, photographs, and extremely detailed 3D CGI images.
• Clear explanations and retellings of different myths and legends from around the world.

Children can explore mythology in a new and exciting way through spectacular computer-generated images of key heroes, gods, monsters, and locations. This new book in the Knowledge Encyclopedia series will inspire children with vivid depictions of scenes from the stories, and their retellings and explanations of the myths.

Bringing tales from mythology and folklore to life, Knowledge Encyclopedia: Myths and Legends! lets children peer inside legendary buildings such as the Slavic Baba Yaga’s chicken-legged hut, and get up close to their favorite animal heroes, from China’s irrepressible Monkey King to West Africa’s spider trickster Anansi.

More in the series

Knowledge Encyclopedia Myths and Legends! is part of DK’s visual and hugely successful Knowledge Encyclopedia series. Complete the collection and dive into the deep with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean!, take a trip to the solar system with Knowledge Encyclopedia Space!, and travel back to prehistoric times with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur!

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Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs