Heroes: The Greek Myths Reimagined

Heroes: The Greek Myths Reimagined

2018 • 400 pages

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Average rating4.2

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My favorite in Stephen Fry's myth retelling series. The author retells the famous Greek myths in such an approachable and entertaining way. I find that I can't put the book down wanting to know more about the complex and intertwining lives of Heracles, Theseus, Perseus, etc.

Fry presents these stories in an uninterpreted manner so that the reader can form their own ideas and thoughts if they like. All Fry does, while being witty and crafty with storytelling, is present the stories in the best and most thorough way he considers appropriate. Of course, you are not expected to remember absolutely every detail which is why there's a handy map and full glossary at the end of the book which gives a brief rundown of any character or creature met through the stories.

I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the Greek myths, more specifically the heroes of those myths. I can't wait for Odyssey to publish, very excited!

May 12, 2024