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Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold by Stephen Fry

Series:
Stephen Fry's Great Mythology #1

Genre:
Greek Mythology, Fantasy, Paranormal, Mythology, Ancient Greek Literature, Historical Fiction, Folklore, Short Stories, Adult, Humor, Retellings, Myths and Legends

Publication Date:
November 2, 2017

Pages Numbers:
416

Read Date:
May 25th, 2024

Date Finished:
May 26th, 2024

Rating:
5/5

Blurb:

Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder.

This stunning book features classical artwork inspired by the myths, as well as learned notes from the author. Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive wit, 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 and offer rich cultural context

Celebrating the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, Mythos breathes life into ancient tales—from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire.

This gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with the brilliant storyteller Stephen Fry as your guide.

Review:

I am always looking for books on anything related to Greek Mythology. It has been a favorite of mine since I was a teenager and I have always enjoyed how other authors take these myths and spin them. I had this one on my TBR for some time and decided now was the time to devour this book.

And devoured said book I did. This book takes us on a guided tour of the Greek mythology of Titans and Gods. From the beginning with Chaos to the defeat of Kronos at the hands of his son, Zeus. To the lesser Gods and their duties to the reasons behind the changing seasons. All this is written and told with humor and story-weaving to draw the reader into the realm of the Gods and their sorted affairs, messy relationships, and overall bad behavior.

Stephen Frey uses humor and storytelling is brilliant and fun. The reader is kept engaged with the world of Greek and Roman mythology throughout the book until the ending page. I found myself giggling with each page turned.

I loved that the first book focuses mainly on the Gods because you don't find many Most stories featuring the Gods also have the heroes thus offering lesser tales and more shortened summaries of their messy and bad behaviors before diving in and offering a more thorough storytelling of the other heroes and villains of the Greek and Roman world.