Olympians: Dionysos
The New God
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Publisher Description
"The generation weaned on the Marvel Universe will find much to love in O’Connor’s 12-book series." —New York Times
George O’Connor’s vibrant, kinetic art brings ancient tales to life in the bestselling series Olympians. This fusion of super-hero aesthetics and ancient Greek mythology is perfect for fans of Percy Jackson!
Dionysos, is the last Olympian, and maybe, just maybe, the first of a new type of God. His story is told by the first Olympian herself, Hestia, Goddess of the hearth and home. From her seat in the center of Mt. Olympus, Hestia relates the rise of Dionysos, from his birth to a mortal mother, to his discovery of wine, his battles with madness and his conquering of death itself, culminating, finally, in his ascent to Olympus and Godhood.
· A smash-hit: Olympians is a New York Times bestselling series with over a million copies sold!
· The original superheroes: George O'Connor evokes the superhero tradition in these action-packed retellings. Discover the stories behind the gods, heroes, and monsters that inspire books, movies, and popular culture
· Perfect for mythology fans: An excellent next read for fans of Percy Jackson, epic fantasy, folklore, and graphic novels
· Great for classrooms and libraries: An engaging resource for mythology, ancient history, literature, and independent reading