The Three Musketeers

ISBN: 9780764160561

出版年: 2008-9

页数: 48

定价: $ 18.07

内容简介

Young daArtagnan, in search of fortune and adventure, joins three of the French kingas musketeers, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. Soon, this dynamic quartet is defending the king against his most menacing enemies. Using the graphic novel format, "Graphic Classics " introduce children to many of the worldas greatest literary works. The high-quality illustrations complement narratives that are paced to catch and hold young readersa interest. In addition to its story, each "Graphic Classic " features a thumbnail biography of its authoras life, a list of his or her important works, a timeline of historic events that helped inspire the storyas conception, general notes, and an index. Both primary and secondary school teachers can use these books to introduce students to a representative selection of our cultureas great literary works. Many young readers who are hesitant to delve into the original books will find the graphic novel format an appealing first step toward developing good reading habits. "Graphic Classics " are available in both paperback and hardcover editions.