Odyssey
The Greek Myths Reimagined
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4.5 • 4 Ratings
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Publisher Description
The legendary Stephen Fry retells the adventures of Odysseus for the fourth and final installment in the internationally bestselling Mythos series.
Odysseus’s journey from the battlefields of Troy to his home in Ithaca is one of the greatest stories ever told. From the lotus-eaters to the sirens, from Circe to the Cyclops, this is a tale of thrilling adventures, cunning escapes, and enduring devotion. Stephen Fry breathes new life into the ancient poem with humor and pathos. Illustrated throughout with classical art inspired by the myths, this gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide.
BELOVED AUTHOR: Stephen Fry is an icon whose signature wit and mellifluous style make this retelling utterly unique. Fans will love hearing his interpretation, whether they are familiar with the original myths or not.
TIMELESS STORIES: For fans of Madeline Miller’s Circe or Song of Achilles, Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology, or Pat Barker’s The Silence of the Girls, this is the perfect next great read. These ancient tales never get old.
POPULAR SERIES: The previous books that comprise the Mythos trilogy—Mythos, Heroes, and Troy—have been international bestsellers, praised for their engaging and nuanced retellings of the Greek myths. Now fans can finally read Fry's take on The Odyssey.
GORGEOUS GIFT: With a vibrant contemporary design, full-color artwork throughout, and shimmering metallic highlights on the jacket, this book makes a superb present.
Perfect for:Fans of Stephen FryAncient history buffsReaders of myth and loreFans of Madeline Miller's and Pat Barker's retellings of Greek mythologyClassics majors and classicistsArt lovers
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
Whether you’re a diehard Greek mythology nerd or a newcomer, you’ll be delighted by Stephen Fry’s witty take on Homer’s Odyssey. The basic premise is that, after he becomes a hero of the Trojan War, King Odysseus’ journey home to Ithaca ends up taking 10 years as he’s beset by monsters, cannibals, a witch goddess who turns his crew into pigs, and more. Just as Fry did in the three other books in his Greek mythology series, he doesn’t reinterpret the ancient story in any way. He presents a faithful version of the tale, but he does so with modern language, helpful context, and loads of smart, funny commentary, so you never get lost or (dare we say it) bored. Fry makes this classic story an absolute joy with his sparkling retelling.
