A Universe Full of Stories

50 extraordinary tales of the skies, stars and beyond.

Journey through the starry skies (and beyond!) with this illustrated collection of stories from around the world.  A Universe Full of Stories is an enchanting anthology gathering folktales and legends about the brightness of the sun, the gentle glow of the moon, the constellations that shine across our skies... and heavenly realms beyond our imagination!

Stories include: 

• The Story of the Sun Child (Tonga): The story of a child born to a woman and the sun, who asks for a gift from the moon.  
• The Moon Goddess (China): The story of the goddess Chang'e – and how she goes on to make her home on the moon. 
• The Earth Giants (Mexico): The story of two giants who walked upon the earth in the days of the Mayan people. 
• The First Grasshopper (Greece): The story of Eos, goddess of the Dawn and her love for the prince of Troy Tithonus.  
• Māui Snares the Sun (Māori): The story of Māui and his brothers and their plan to create longer days by slowing down the sun.  
• Ka Nam (India):  The story of Ka Nam on an adventure through the realm of the sky, where she finds the golden palace of the sun.  

Each story is expertly retold by award-winning author Angela McAllister and brought to life with rich and detailed illustrations by bestselling artist Zanna Goldhawk. 

A Universe Full of Stories is a stunning treasury to spark curiosity about the natural world while celebrating storytelling traditions across cultures – perfect for little stargazers and their families to enjoy together.  

Size: approx 24cm x 27.5cm
128 page hardback book
Recommended ages 5-10

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