Publisher's Synopsis
Ogres have been featured in fairy tales and folklore long before the misanthropic, but lovable, Shrek. Fascinating facts teach readers about ogres of many traditions, from Japanese legends to popular fairy tales. The featured legend of Tom Hickathrift and his exciting battle with the ogre of Tilney Marsh is presented in graphic-novel form, which enlivens it through accessible text and engaging drawings. Readers will even find out how ogres are involved in the story of the popular character Puss in Boots.
