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The Adventures of King Midas

by Lynne Reid Banks

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The Kings Foolish Wish

King Midas loved gold so much he wished everything he touched would turn to gold. But what a terrible curse it became when his wish was granted and everything he touched — his food, his dog. . . and his beloved daughter — instantly changed into cold and lifeless matallic objects.

Lynne Reid Banks has re-created the ever-popular legend of King Midas into an exciting story that brings to life the reality of having greedy and thoughtless wishes come true.


About the Author

Lynne Reid Banks was born in London. After studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, she acted and wrote for the repertory stage. Later, she turned to journalism, becoming one of Britain's first female television news reporters. In 1962 she emigrated to Israel, where she married a sculptor, had three sons and taught for eight years in a kibbutz. She now lives with her husband in England. She writes, travels, and visits schools, at home and abroad, full-time. Among Lynne Reid Banks's popular novels for young readers are Angela and Diabola; Harry the Poisonous Centipede; The Fairy Rebel; The Farthest-Away Mountain; The Adventures of King Midas; The Magic Hare; Maura's Angel; and the award-winning Indian in the Cupboard books.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780380715640
ill.:
Smith, Joseph A.
Author:
Smith, Joseph A.
Author:
Banks, Lynne Reid
Author:
Smith, Jos A.
Publisher:
HarperTrophy
Location:
New York :
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
Action & Adventure
Subject:
Humorous Stories
Subject:
Legends, Myths, & Fables - General
Subject:
Fairy Tales & Folklore - Anthologies
Subject:
Magic
Subject:
Fairy tales
Subject:
Kings, queens, rulers, etc.
Subject:
Magic -- Fiction.
Subject:
Midas.
Edition Description:
Paperback
Series:
Avon Camelot Books (Paperback)
Series Volume:
HPS 255
Publication Date:
19931001
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
7.51x5.09x.49 in. .24 lbs.
Age Level:
09-12

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