The Heavenly Zoo: Legends and Tales of the Stars
Alison Lurie. Sunburst, $6.95 (0pp) ISBN 978-0-374-42927-0
An admirable collection of legends--from India to Indonesia, from ancient Greece and Rome to the Bible--explains mythical origins of various constellations; jewel-like portraits enhance the book's appeal. Ages 7-11. (Mar.)
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Reviewed on: 03/04/1996
Genre: Children's