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The Odyssey
(an Illustrated Retelling of the Classic Greek Myth for Middle Grade Readers and Kids Ages 8-12)
Gillian Cross, Neil Packer
Candlewick Press · Print & ebook · September 11, 2012
Reading lane: Greek & Roman Myths
A Wall Street Journal 20 Best Children’s Books of the Past 20 Years Selection A bold re-envisioning of The Odyssey, told with simplicity and style — perfect for fans of graphic retellings and mythology enthusiasts alike.
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Book Details
- Authors
- Gillian Cross, Neil Packer
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press
- Published
- September 11, 2012
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Greek & Roman Myths · YA Classic Adaptation Comics
- Reading lane
- Greek & Roman Myths
Affinity
Greek & Roman Myths
85%YA Classic Adaptation Comics
79%Ancient Civilizations
78%
Publisher Categories
Mythical Creatures
Greek & Roman Myths
About This Book
A Wall Street Journal 20 Best Children’s Books of the Past 20 Years Selection A bold re-envisioning of The Odyssey, told with simplicity and style — perfect for fans of graphic retellings and mythology enthusiasts alike. Odysseus faces storm and shipwreck, a terrifying man-eating Cyclops, the alluring but deadly Sirens, and the fury of the sea-god Poseidon as he makes his ten-year journey home from the Trojan War. While Odysseus struggles to make it home, his wife, Penelope,...
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