From cultural myths to thrilling historical accounts of human struggle, the illustrated short stories in this set are sure to captivate readers of all ages. Reluctant readers will be drawn to the dazzling, full-color illustrations and thrilling narratives, while advanced readers will enjoy the content that is gained through maps, diagrams, and photographs. Each book includes introductory and epilogue material to supplement the main text. Readers won't be able to put these books down!