These epic tales tell of vengeful gods and goddesses, of monsters and heroes. Others try to make sense of the natural world, or unravel the mysterious forces of the universe. This stunning book brings together 23 of these legends from all over the world: from Ancient Greece to North America, Egypt, China, India, and the South Pacific.

A biography of the chemist whose work with radium laid the foundation for much of today's scientific knowledge, told in the form of an imagined interview

Introduces the main religious festivals of Buddhism, telling the story behind each festival, describing how it is celebrated around the world, and providing instructions for related activities

A biography of the inventor responsible for the electric light bulb and other important inventions and innovations, told in the form of an imagined interview