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Stephen Fry’s Greek Myths

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STEP INTO ANOTHER WORLD - OF MAGIC, MAYHEM, MONSTERS AND MANIACAL GODS - IN STEPHEN FRY'S MOMENTOUS SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, MYTHOS 
 
'A romp through the lives of ancient Greek gods. Fry is at his story-telling best . . . the gods will be pleased' Times 
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No one loves and quarrels, desires and deceives as boldly or brilliantly as Greek gods and goddesses. 
 
In Stephen Fry's vivid retelling, we gaze in wonder as wise Athena is born from the cracking open of the great head of Zeus and follow doomed Persephone into the dark and lonely realm of the Underworld. We shiver in fear when Pandora opens her jar of evil torments and watch with joy as the legendary love affair between Eros and Psyche unfolds. 
 
Mythos captures these extraordinary myths for our modern age - in all their dazzling and deeply human relevance. 
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NOW THE INSPIRATION FOR THE MYTHOS SUITE, STEPHEN FRY AND DEBBIE WISEMAN'S MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF FRY'S THRILLING RETELLINGS 
 
'A head-spinning marathon of legends' Guardian 
 
'An Olympian feat. The gods seem to be smiling on Fry - his myths are definitely a hit' Evening Standard 
 
'An odyssey through Greek mythology. Brilliant . . . all hail Stephen Fry' Daily Mail 
 
'A rollicking good read' Independent 
 
SHORTLISTED FOR A NATIONAL BOOK AWARD

The Greek Myths Retold

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

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'

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

Fry's lively writing certainly conveys his lifelong passion for Greek myths . . . It's a rollicking good read

Fry reimagines the Greek myths with wit, warmth and humanity, bringing them into the modern age. A welcome addition to any bookshelf

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.

Perfect for the 21st Century. Ebullient, funny, Fry retells the Greek myths with elegance

A wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought weknew. Page to page, Mythos is brilliant, funny, erudite, inventive, surprising and enthralling

[Fry] exhibits prodigious learning, a great facility with words, and enormous erudition and enthusiasm

Lively, humorous and intimate, this retelling has real charm

Fry takes us from Zeus to Athena with humour. The Greek gods of the past become relatable as pop culture, modern literature and music are woven throughout. Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy

Fresh revivals of the myths of ancient Greece. In his own imitable style, Fry takes an erudite look at the doings of gods, goddesses, kings, queens and ordinary mortals

I quite like Mythos, Stephen Fry's book on the Greek myths - he makes them amusing. I like people that illuminate the past with humour

Mythos has the gripping nature that one would hope for from a modern blockbuster. Filled with a sharp and delightful sense of humour, Stephen Fry's many witticisms making it an even more enjoyable read. I would recommend it for so many reasons

Brilliant . . . Stephen Fry's writing style makes it appealing to all. There's something for everyone

Reimagines the lives of ancient Greek gods and goddesses through a humorous lens, using casual language and making valuable comparisons to modern characters or events. It's also just really, really funny

The Greek myths are amongst the best stories ever told, passed down through millennia and inspiring writers and artists as varied as Shakespeare, Michelangelo, James Joyce and Walt Disney. 
 
They are embedded deeply in the traditions, tales and cultural DNA of the West. You'll fall in love with Zeus, marvel at the birth of Athena, wince at Cronus and Gaia's revenge on Ouranos, weep with King Midas and hunt with the beautiful and ferocious Artemis. 
 
Spellbinding, informative and moving, Stephen Fry's Mythos perfectly captures these stories for the modern age - in all their rich and deeply human relevance.

Mythos

IMAGINE SANDALS ON YOUR FEET, A SWORD IN YOUR HAND, HOT SUN BEATING DOWN ON YOUR BRONZE HELMET. ENTER THE WORLD OF STEPHEN FRY'S SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, HEROES 
 
'An odyssey through Greek mythology. Brilliant . . . all hail Stephen Fry' Daily Mail 
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Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures, overcome myriad monstrous perils, or outwitted scheming vengeful gods, quite as stylishly and triumphantly as Greek heroes. 
 
In this companion to his bestselling Mythos, Stephen Fry brilliantly retells these dramatic, funny, tragic and timeless tales. 
 
Join Jason aboard the Argo as he quests for the Golden Fleece. See Atalanta - who was raised by bears - outrun any man before being tricked with golden apples. Witness wily Oedipus solve the riddle of the Sphinx and discover how Bellerophon captures the winged horse Pegasus to help him slay the monster Chimera. 
 
Filled with white-knuckle chases and battles, impossible puzzles and riddles, acts of base cowardice and real bravery, not to mention murders and selfless sacrifices, Heroes is the story of what we mortals are truly capable of - at our worst and our very best. 
 
Order TROY now, Stephen Fry's bewitching retelling of the most legendary story ever told 
 
'A romp through the lives of ancient Greek gods. Fry is at his story-telling best . . . the gods will be pleased' Times 
 
'Assured and engaging. The pace is lively, the jokes are genuinely funny' Guardian 
 
'An Olympian feat. The gods seem to be smiling on Fry - his myths are definitely a hit' Evening Standard 
 
'Just as delightful and difficult to put down as the first. Heroes makes the stories relatable without skimping on the gory details, or sacrificing the truths of the myth. It's rich, it's funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot' Herald 
 
Praise for Mythos: 
 
'Ebullient and funny' Times 
 
'Entertaining and edifying' Daily Telegraph 
 
'A rollicking good read' Independent 
 
'The Greek gods of the past become relatable as pop culture, modern literature and music are woven throughout. Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy' Guardian

The myths of the Ancient Greek heroes retold

This is a spirited retelling of stories that Fry clearly knows and loves

Assured and engaging. The pace is lively, the jokes are genuinely funny, and Fry once again proves himself a master of great learning worn lightly

Here, indeed, be monsters, myriad adventures and machinating gods. Fry is a personable and passionate narrator

Just as delightful and difficult to put down as the first. Heroes makes the stories relatable without skimping on the gory details, or sacrificing the truths of the myth. It's rich, it's funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot

Fry brilliantly retells the dramatic, funny, tragic and timeless tales of these heroic men and women in all their grit and glory. Filled with white-knuckle chases and twisted labyrinths, impossible puzzles and blood-curdling monsters

Just as delightful and difficult to put down as the first. It makes stories relatable without skimping on the gory details

Rich, funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot along the way

Tales of fatal flaws, perilous journeys and shining acts of heroism are told with gusto and young and old will be engrossed. The audiobook is an absolute gem too, read by the author who has a winning way of bringing these epic tales to life

Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy. The Greek gods of the past become relatable

The best thing he's written since his superb first novel . . . entertaining and edifying

Perfect for the 21st Century. Ebullient, funny, Fry retells the Greek myths with elegance

A wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought we knew. Brilliant, funny, erudite, inventive, surprising and enthralling

Fry makes the stories relatable without skimping on the wonderful gory details, or sacrificing the traditional truths of the myth

Stephen Fry has created a magnificent book. Humorous, but with serious stories told with wit and erudition. This is a book that will delight readers of all ages. Fry's writing is never less than delightful

Fry is a natural storyteller and his lively retellings make for an entertaining read

The comedian and polymath retells age-old Greek myths in dramatic, modernised style

One of the nation's favourite intellectuals retells the epic myths of the Greek heroes in his own unique and very enjoyable way

Fry exhibits enormous erudition and enthusiasm

Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures, overcome myriad monstrous perils, or outwitted scheming vengeful gods, quite as stylishly and triumphantly as Greek heroes. 
 
In this companion to his bestselling Mythos, Stephen Fry brilliantly retells these dramatic, funny, tragic and timeless tales. Join Jason aboard the Argo as he quests for the Golden Fleece. See Atalanta - who was raised by bears - outrun any man before being tricked with golden apples. Witness wily Oedipus solve the riddle of the Sphinx and discover how Bellerophon captures the winged horse Pegasus to help him slay the monster Chimera. 
 
Heroes is the story of what we mortals are truly capable of - at our worst and our very best.

Heroes

AN EPIC BATTLE THAT LASTED TEN YEARS. A LEGENDARY STORY THAT HAS SURVIVED THOUSANDS. 
 
'An inimitable retelling of the siege of Troy . . . Fry's narrative, artfully humorous and rich in detail, breathes life and contemporary relevance into these ancient tales' OBSERVER 
 
'Stephen Fry has done it again. Well written and super storytelling' 5***** READER REVIEW 
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 'Troy. The most marvellous kingdom in all the world. The Jewel of the Aegean. Glittering Ilion, the city that rose and fell not once but twice . . .' 
 
When Helen, the beautiful Greek queen, is kidnapped by the Trojan prince Paris, the most legendary war of all time begins. 
 
Watch in awe as a thousand ships are launched against the great city of Troy. 
 
Feel the fury of the battleground as the Trojans stand resolutely against Greek might for an entire decade. 
 
And witness the epic climax - the wooden horse, delivered to the city of Troy in a masterclass of deception by the Greeks . . . 
 
In Stephen Fry's exceptional retelling of our greatest story, TROY will transport you to the depths of ancient Greece and beyond. 
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 'A fun romp through the world's greatest story. Fry's knowledge of the world - ancient and modern - bursts through' Daily Telegraph 
 
'An excellent retelling . . . told with compassion and wit' 5***** Reader Review 
 
'Hugely successful, graceful' The Times 
 
'If you want to read about TROY, this book is a must over any other' 5***** Reader Review 
 
'Fluent, crisp, nuanced, begins with a bang' The Times Literary Supplement 
 
'The characters . . . are brilliantly brought to life' 5***** Reader Review 
 
 PRAISE FOR STEPHEN FRY'S GREEK SERIES: 
 
 'A romp through the lives of ancient Greek gods. Fry is at his story-telling best . . . the gods will be pleased' Times 
 
 'A head-spinning marathon of legends' Guardian 
 
 'An Olympian feat. The gods seem to be smiling on Fry - his myths are definitely a hit' Evening Standard 
 
 'An odyssey through Greek mythology. Brilliant . . . all hail Stephen Fry' Daily Mail 
 
 'A rollicking good read' Independent

Our Greatest Story Retold

An amiable meander through the historic sources . . . Fry's light and graceful tone helps to ease the unfamiliar reader through the complicated genealogies

An inimitable retelling of the siege of Troy . . . Fry's narrative, artfully humorous and rich in detail, breathes life and contemporary relevance into these ancient tales

Perfect for the 21st Century. Ebullient, funny, Fry retells the Greek myths with elegance

Lively, humorous and intimate, this retelling has real charm

A wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought we knew. Brilliant, funny, erudite, inventive, surprising and enthralling

Tragedy and passion abound as Fry retells the epic siege of Troy

Stephen Fry takes the reader into the heart of a story both mythical and grounded in history

This pacy, witty retelling is beautifully illustrated, with an epilogue explaining the myths and historical reality of Troy

Astonishing . . . an excellent read

Curl up on your sofa as Stephen brings to life the legendary . . . passionate and powerful story of Troy

Fry is a genial guide to Greek mythology

Fry's knowledge of the world - ancient and modern - bursts through at the seams . . . The reader will find themselves on a fun romp through the world's greatest story

Fry really brings the tale to life, adding his own wry humour to the mix . . . Well worth a read

A story thousands of years old, only Fry could rewrite this so captivating as ever

Fry takes us from the founding myth of Troy, through its most famous inhabitants and the infamous war, to the razing of the city by the vengeful and victorious Achaeans

Stephen Fry is an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter and director. He is also the bestselling author of four novels - The Stars' Tennis Balls, Making History, The Hippopotamus and The Liar - as well as three volumes of autobiography - Moab is My Washpot, The Fry Chronicles and More Fool Me. Mythos and Heroes, his retelling of the Greek myths, are both Sunday Times bestsellers.

The story of Troy speaks to all of us - the kidnapping of Helen, a queen celebrated for her beauty, sees the Greeks launch a thousand ships against the city of Troy, to which they will lay siege for ten whole years. It is a terrible war with casualties on all sides as well as strained relations between allies, whose consequences become tragedies. 
 
In Troy you will find heroism and hatred, love and loss, revenge and regret, desire and despair. It is these human passions, written bloodily in the sands of a distant shore, that still speak to us today.

Troy

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE LOVER OF GREEK MYTHS - 
 
CAN A HERO FIND HIS WAY HOME? 
 
The most famous heroic story of all time, Odyssey is chock full of monsters, murder, maelstroms, gods, giants, wit, wisdom – and the most cunning hero of them all: Odysseus 
 
'Outstandingly entertaining quartet of books . . . Fry breathes contemporary relevance into these ancient tales . . . his wry sense of humour and natural gift for storytelling make for a highly engaging read' Observer 
 
'[A] jaunty version of Homer. . . The last in Fry’s four-book retelling of the Greek myths is relatable and full of humour' Guardian, Book of the Day 
 
'The familiar narrative bounds along in a chatty style, coloured with mildly revisionist insights into the characters' Daily Mail 
 
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Troy has fallen – and the victorious Greeks head home . . . 
 
Setting sail, hero Odysseus dreams of lying in the arms of his beloved wife Penelope, and of teaching his son Telemachus a warrior’s ways. However, gods toy with the desires of little mortals. Angered by this upstart’s presumption, Poseidon – God of the ocean realms – curses our hero to wander the seas for ten long years. 
 
Encountering one-eyed giants, six-headed monsters, terrible storms, titanic whirlpools, hypnotic sirens, seductive witches and jealous goddesses, Odysseus is tempted and tormented beyond any man’s endurance. 
 
Yet he is no mere mortal – and the lure of his wife and son draws him, step by step, stroke by stroke, ever closer to home and his destiny . . . 
 
A tale of love and longing, return and redemption, home and hope, Stephen Fry’s Odyssey sees the author and national treasure weave together the final fabulous threads of the tapestry begun in worldwide bestseller, Mythos. It is a story for the ages – and all ages.----'Odyssey completes his Greek Myths series in marvellous fashion. . . Fry, a born storyteller, succeeds again in making the ancient stories accessible' Irish Independent 
'Accessible storytelling and Fry brings warmth, exuberance and humour. Hard to beat' Guardian 
Praise for Stephen Fry's Greek Myths series: 
 
'Fry is at his story-telling best . . . the gods will be pleased' The Times 
 
'Brilliant . . . all hail Stephen Fry' Daily Mail 
 
'A head-spinning marathon of legends' Guardian 
 
'A rollicking good read' Independent 
 
'An Olympian feat. The gods seem to be smiling on Fry - his myths are definitely a hit' Evening Standard 
 
 
Sunday Times bestseller, October 2024

Odyssey completes his Greek Myths series in marvellous fashion. . . Fry, a born storyteller, succeeds again in making the ancient stories accessible, gently modernising the language and dotting his journey with explanatory and often amusing footnotes

Relatable and full of humour . . . Odyssey brings [the] four-book sequence satisfyingly to a close

Outstandingly entertaining quartet of books . . . Fry breathes contemporary relevance into these ancient tales. As with his previous titles, he combines scholarly research with a lightness of touch, and his wry sense of humour and natural gift for storytelling make for a highly engaging read

The familiar narrative bounds along in a chatty style, coloured with mildly revisionist insights into the characters

Accessible storytelling and Fry brings warmth, exuberance and humour. Hard to beat

Praise for Stephen Fry's Greek Myth retellings

A romp through the lives of ancient Greek gods. Fry is at his story-telling best . . . the gods will be pleased

A head-spinning marathon of legends

An odyssey through Greek mythology. Brilliant - all hail Stephen Fry

Fry's lively writing conveys his lifelong passion for Greek myths. A rollicking good read

Here, indeed, be monsters, myriad adventures and machinating gods. Fry is a personable and passionate narrator

Makes the stories relatable without skimping on the gory details, or sacrificing the truths of the myth. It's rich, it's funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot

Fry is a natural storyteller and his lively retellings make for an entertaining read

Troy has fallen – and the victorious Greeks head home . . . 
 
Setting sail, hero Odysseus dreams of lying in the arms of his beloved wife Penelope, and of teaching his son Telemachus a warrior’s ways. However, gods toy with the desires of little mortals. Angered by this upstart’s presumption, Poseidon – God of the ocean realms – curses our hero to wander the seas for ten long years. 
 
Encountering one-eyed giants, six-headed monsters, terrible storms, titanic whirlpools, hypnotic sirens, seductive witches and jealous goddesses, Odysseus is tempted and tormented beyond any man’s endurance. 
 
Yet he is no mere mortal – and the lure of his wife and son draws him, step by step, stroke by stroke, ever closer to home and his destiny . . . 
 
A tale of love and longing, return and redemption, home and hope, Stephen Fry’s Odyssey sees the author and national treasure weave together the final fabulous threads of the tapestry begun in worldwide bestseller, Mythos. It is a story for the ages – and all ages.

Stephen Fry is an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter and director. He rose to fame alongside Hugh Laurie in A Bit of Fry and Laurie (which he co-wrote with Laurie) and Jeeves and Wooster and was unforgettable as General Melchett in Blackadder. He has hosted over 180 episodes of QI and has narrated all seven of the Harry Potter novels for the audiobook recordings. He is the bestselling author of four novels - The Liar, The Hippopotamus, Making History and The Stars' Tennis Balls - as well as three volumes of autobiography - Moab is My Washpot, The Fry Chronicles and More Fool Me. Mythos, Heroes and Troy, his retelling of the Greek myths, are all Sunday Times bestsellers.

Troy has fallen. After ten years of war, Odysseus dreams of lying in the arms of his beloved wife Penelope, and of teaching his son Telemachus a warrior’s ways. However, gods toy with the desires of little mortals. Angered by this upstart’s presumption, Poseidon – God of the ocean realms – curses our hero to wander the seas for ten long years. 
 
Encountering one-eyed giants, six-headed monsters, terrible storms, titanic whirlpools, hypnotic sirens, seductive witches and jealous goddesses, Odysseus is tempted and tormented beyond any man’s endurance. 
 
Yet he is no mere mortal – and the lure of his wife and son draws him, step by step, stroke by stroke, ever closer to home and to his destiny . . .

Stephen Fry’s Greek Myths

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