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Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
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In this continuation of "Mythos," Stephen Fry recounts the stories of the human heroes found in Greek mythology, with illustrations of classical art inspired by the myths.
"Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes. Perseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles. Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a tender love affair or a heroic triumph, Fry deftly...
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Contents: The Beginning. Zeus. Hera. Athene. Apollo. Artemis. Aphrodite. Hermes. Ares. Hephaestus. Poseidon. Pluto. Bacchus. Demeter and Persephone. Hestia. Ceyx and Halcyone. Aeolus. Herakles. Perseus. Theseus. Jason and the Golden Fleece. The Calydonian Hunt. Oedipus, King of Thebes. Bellerophon. The Trojan War. The Adventures of Odysseus. Agamemnon and His Family. Virgil's Aeneid. The Lesser Gods of the Romans. Interpretation.
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"An enticing and entrancing new telling of ancient Greek myths Gripping tales that abound with fantastic characters and astonishing twists and turns, Greek myths confront what it means to be mortal in a world of powerful forces beyond human control. Little wonder that they continue to fascinate readers thousands of years after they were first told. Gods and Mortals is a major new telling of ancient Greek myths by one of the world's preeminent experts....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"A retelling of the Greek myth of the Trojan war"--
Relive the thrills, grandeur, and tragedy of the Trojan War. Stylishly retold by Fry, he retells the epic battle with drama, humor, and vivid emotion.Hector, Odysseus, Helen-- their loves and their mortal enemies-- all burn bright in Fry's prose.
Author
Series
Stephen Fry's Greek myths volume 1
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Ere are the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, stylishly retold by Stephen Fry. The legendary writer, actor, and comedian breathes life into ancient tales, from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire, and transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder. Classical artwork inspired by the myths and learned notes from the author offer...
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