When the World Was Young : Creation and Pourquoi Tales

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Summary: An attractive multicultural collection for all ages.
Review: This fine collection includes stories from Ancient Egypt, Africa, Guatamala, Australia, Iceland, and more. All the stories focus on the beginning of the world. There are stories about how the earth was formed from out of the sea, or how mankind came to life. My favorite is about why animals and people are mortal, while rocks are not! The illustrations are subtle and charming - they don't jump out and grab you, but create a dreamy portrait of these mysterious worlds. This is a nice book for children who are outgrowing picture books, but still enjoy a good illustrated collection. It offers a quick education in the legends of various cultures.