The Odyssey: A Modern Retelling
Autor Liv Alberten Limba Engleză Hardback – 4 iun 2026 – vârsta de la 9 ani
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From perilous sea voyages and man-eating monsters to powerful witches and vengeful gods, experience the ultimate adventure in this modern retelling of Homer's Odyssey.
Take a journey across the sea and follow the heroic, catastrophic, and sometimes downright gruesome tales of the Greek king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War.
Written by self-proclaimed Greek myth nerd and host of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, Liv Albert, this gripping middle-grade adventure brings the legend of Odysseus to life. It is a story of trickery, lies, and perseverance, where you can watch as Odysseus is tested to the limits by the Cyclops, sirens, and lots of meddling, angry gods.
Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:
- A complex hero: This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad.
- Packed with facts: Littered with historical facts, maps, and character profiles, Liv brings all of her knowledge to make Greek myths for kids accessible and fun.
- Striking illustrations: Bold artwork perfectly complements the action-packed narrative, making this thrilling journey the definitive version of The Odyssey for kids.
An essential introduction to ancient Greece for any young reader's library, this epic tale is an exciting gift for fans of ancient history and legends.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780241790663
ISBN-10: 0241790662
Pagini: 160
Dimensiuni: 238 x 290 x 20 mm
Greutate: 1.07 kg
Editura: Dorling Kindersley - DK
Colecția DK Children
Locul publicării:London, United Kingdom
ISBN-10: 0241790662
Pagini: 160
Dimensiuni: 238 x 290 x 20 mm
Greutate: 1.07 kg
Editura: Dorling Kindersley - DK
Colecția DK Children
Locul publicării:London, United Kingdom
Recenzii
Stunning illustrations and sparkling storytelling make for a riveting retelling of The Odyssey which I will be pressing into the hands of every child I know! Liv’s extra content on Homer’s world is perfectly pitched for young readers, adding depth, nuance and much needed context to a timeless tale. This book is a total joy. This deserves to become a classic edition for a new generation of children.
Liv Albert brings the spirit of Homer's Odyssey to rich and vivid life in this sumptuously illustrated and thought-provoking retelling. It brims with excitement and adventure; so pacy and vibrant that readers won't even realise how much they're learning. This is a perfect introduction to the epic for anyone, bound to spark questions and discussion and inspire readers with further curiosity and intrigue for Greek mythology. Brilliantly crafted, wonderfully entertaining and a joy for those new to myth and established fans alike. An absolute gem!
Hugely informative, stunningly illustrated and packed with fascinating facts, this is a joyful, exuberant ode to Homer’s Odyssey that will enchant a whole new generation of readers – a pure delight to read.
Liv Albert’s lively and lucid retelling of the Odyssey, faithful to Homer’s multifaceted epic, is ideal for young readers. This book shows us a world saturated in color (with vivid illustrations), characters, and incident. Informative insets offer windows into the bronze-age Aegean world and its mythology. This is a book with which to embark on a lifelong journey of reading, curiosity, and imagination.
Accessible, awe-inspiring reinterpretation of an epic, sure to delight both new and familiar readers.
Liv Albert’s retelling of Homer’s classic is a beautifully illustrated reimagining, replete with monsters, maps and moral complexity.
Liv Albert brings the spirit of Homer's Odyssey to rich and vivid life in this sumptuously illustrated and thought-provoking retelling. It brims with excitement and adventure; so pacy and vibrant that readers won't even realise how much they're learning. This is a perfect introduction to the epic for anyone, bound to spark questions and discussion and inspire readers with further curiosity and intrigue for Greek mythology. Brilliantly crafted, wonderfully entertaining and a joy for those new to myth and established fans alike. An absolute gem!
Hugely informative, stunningly illustrated and packed with fascinating facts, this is a joyful, exuberant ode to Homer’s Odyssey that will enchant a whole new generation of readers – a pure delight to read.
Liv Albert’s lively and lucid retelling of the Odyssey, faithful to Homer’s multifaceted epic, is ideal for young readers. This book shows us a world saturated in color (with vivid illustrations), characters, and incident. Informative insets offer windows into the bronze-age Aegean world and its mythology. This is a book with which to embark on a lifelong journey of reading, curiosity, and imagination.
Accessible, awe-inspiring reinterpretation of an epic, sure to delight both new and familiar readers.
Liv Albert’s retelling of Homer’s classic is a beautifully illustrated reimagining, replete with monsters, maps and moral complexity.