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Mythos

The Greek Myths Retold

Stephen Fry author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:26th Jul '18

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This engaging retelling explores the vibrant tales of ancient Greek gods and goddesses, highlighting their passions, conflicts, and adventures, making these timeless myths resonate with contemporary readers. Mythos captures their enduring relevance.

"Mythos" by Stephen Fry is a captivating retelling of ancient Greek mythology, bringing to life the bold and vibrant stories of the gods and goddesses. Fry's narrative takes readers on a journey through the lives of these powerful figures, filled with love, conflict, and deception. With his signature storytelling style, Fry ensures that the rich tapestry of Greek myths resonates with modern audiences, making them feel both timeless and relevant.

In this engaging work, readers witness the miraculous birth of Athena from Zeus, delve into the tragic tale of Persephone's descent into the Underworld, and experience the curiosity-driven chaos unleashed by Pandora's jar. Fry's vivid prose captures the emotions and complexities of these characters, allowing readers to empathize with their struggles and triumphs. The book serves not only as a collection of myths but as a reflection of human nature itself, showcasing the universal themes that continue to resonate today.

"Mythos" has also inspired the "Mythos Suite," a musical production that brings Fry's thrilling retellings to life in a new format. The book has garnered acclaim from various publications, praising its imaginative storytelling and engaging narrative. With its blend of humor, insight, and reverence for the source material, "Mythos" stands out as a remarkable tribute to Greek mythology, inviting readers to rediscover these age-old tales in a fresh and exciting way.

The Greek myths are told to you here by the ever-soothing voice of Stephen Fry, who takes you from Zeus to Athena with his typical humour. The Greek gods of the past become relatable as pop culture, modern literature and music are woven throughout. It is joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy threaded through so much of the tapestry of contemporary Greece * The Guardian *
Wit and erudition are impressively evident . . . Read by Fry with his accustomed ebullient showmanship [he]gives the legends modern resonance by telling them with a contemporary colloquial twist' -- AUDIOBOOK of the WEEK * The Times *
Mythos is the best thing he's written since his superb first novel . . . it is entertaining and edifying - one cannot really ask for more than that * The Telegraph *
Fry's lively writing certainly conveys his lifelong passion for Greek myths . . . It's a rollicking good read * The Independent *
Fry reimagines the Greek myths with wit, warmth and humanity, bringing them into the modern age. A welcome addition to any bookshelf * Book Bag *
Mythos is Stephen's vivid retelling of the Greek myths. Bringing to life the Gods, monsters and mortals of Ancient Greece, he reimagines their astonishing stories for the modern world. * Express and Star *
Perfect for the 21st Century. Ebullient, funny, Fry retells the Greek myths with elegance * The Times *
A wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought weknew. Page to page, Mythos is brilliant, funny, erudite, inventive, surprising and enthralling -- Richard North Patterson * - *
[Fry] exhibits prodigious learning, a great facility with words, and enormous erudition and enthusiasm * Mail on Sunday *
Lively, humorous and intimate, this retelling has real charm * The Guardian *

ISBN: 9781405934138

Dimensions: 197mm x 129mm x 28mm

Weight: 352g

464 pages