
Heroes
The Greek Myths Reimagined
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In the newest installment of the best-selling series Mythos, legendary author and actor 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 finds resonance with our own modern minds and hearts.
- Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive voice and writing style.
- Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome.
- Retellings brim with humor and emotion.
"Mostly Chiron saw in the child, and the young man he became, boundless courage, athleticism, intelligence, and ambition. He saw too lots of words beginning with 'self', which gave him pause. Self-belief, self-possession, self-righteousness, self-confidence, self-love. Perhaps these characteristics are as necessary to a hero as courage."
In Heroes, Fry draws out the humor and pathos in both tender love affairs and heroic battles, and reveals each myth's relevance for our own time.
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Heroes for the win
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entertaining Greek myths
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Stephen Fry does it again.
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Incredible
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Very entertaining
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Great.
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its told in such an entertaining and informative way that i could listen multiple times and not get bored.
i laughed, gasped, cried along with the story it really pulls you in and makes you excited about ancient history. i highly recommend this book and Mythos. and i cant wait for audible to put out the 3rd book Troy. absolutely wont be disappointed in purchasing this book. i even got the hard copies because i loved them so much and im telling everyone to get this series.
i cant wait for the 3rd book
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Wonderful
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Terrific
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just lovely front to back
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