Most Popular Books by Marianna Mayer

With the help of Iron John, also known as the wild man of the forest, a youngprince makes his way in the world and finds his true love. Full color.

Prominent Old Testament prophets are highlighted through text and classic paintings.

Offers readers of all ages an account of the life and times of the Bishop of Myra, who lived during the fourth century and on whom the legend of Santa Claus was based.

During the early years of Christianity, tales of Jesus' youth flourished--from his childhood play and schooling to his early ability to heal the sick. Today, these wonderful stories are largely unknown. With this lush book, which begins with the nativity and ends with Jesus' earliest teachings, Marianna Mayer splendidly revives many of them. Illustrated with the works of such masters as Caravaggio and da Vinci, here is a stunning portrait of a boy at once ordinary and extraordinary, human and divine.

A soldier on his way home from the wars helps out a mysterious old man who rewards him by telling him where to find the magic blue light.

A poor Irish prince wins the love of the Princess of the Mountians afeter helping her to escape the wicked Sea King with magical aid of a mysterious black horse.

Retells the adventures of Aladdin who, with the help of a genie from a magic lamp, outwits an evil sorcerer and wins the hand of a beautiful princess.

A couple who are true mates are torn apart by a vengeful god and suffer greatly before they find each other again.

A sorcerer's young apprentice attempts to practice magic in his master's absence, with disastrous results.

Using elements of traditional Celtic lore, relates how Kate helps her stepsister Meghan to break the spell that has given her the head of a sheep.

A retelling of the Bohemian fairy tale about the prince who frees a lovely princess from the powers of a wicked wizard with the help of three talented companions.

A beautiful girl with extraordinarily long golden hair is imprisoned in a lonely tower by a witch.

The evil giant Thiassi vows to capture Iduna and her magic apples which give the gods on Valhalla everlasting life.

The adventures of a boy, his dog, and his pet frog.

A retelling of the Arthurian legend of Parsifal, the knight who finds his true identity when he seeks the Castle of the Holy Grail.