About This Book
A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2024
Stephen Fry's beloved retelling of the Greek myths, now presented in a deluxe edition with stunning original illustrations.
Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of these timeless tales, from the majestic heights of Mount Olympus to the eerie depths of the Underworld, and from Eros and Psyche's against-all-odds romance to Prometheus's gift of fire to mankind. Fry draws out the humor and pathos in each story and reveals its deep resonance with our own lives, without losing any of their original wonder. Featuring vibrant artwork throughout, this collectible volume is complete with a textured case and dyed page edge. Explore the captivating world of monsters and gods, of magic and mayhem, with a brilliant storyteller as your guide.
BELOVED AUTHOR: Stephen Fry is an icon whose signature wit and mellifluous style makes this retelling utterly unique. Readers love hearing his interpretations, whether they are familiar with the original Greek myths or not.
COLLECTABLE EDITION: Fry's series of retellings - Mythos, Heroes, and Troy - are international bestsellers. Now fans can complete their collection and revisit the beloved first book with this gorgeous illustrated edition.
PERFECT GIFT FOR MYTHOLOGY FANS: With a sleek contemporary design and full-color original artwork throughout, this deluxe volume makes a superb present for anyone interested in mythology, Greek history, or the classics.
Perfect forFans of Stephen Fry and the Mythos series who want a complete collectionGift-givers looking for a deluxe holiday present for the classics lover in their lifeMythology and history buffsFans of Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology, Madeline Miller's Circe and Song of Achilles, and Edith Hamilton's Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and HeroesCollectors of illustrated classics
