The Odyssey

<p><b>"An absolute gem!" - <i>Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author</i></b><br><br>—<br><br><b>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 <i>Odyssey</i>.</b><br><br>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.<br><br>Written by the host of the <i>Let''s Talk About Myths, Baby!</i> 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.<br><br><b>Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:</b><br></p><ul><li><b>A complex hero: </b>This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad.</li><li><b>Packed with facts: </b>Littered with historical facts, maps, and character profiles, Liv brings all of her knowledge to make Greek myths for kids accessible and fun.</li><li><b>Striking illustrations:</b> Bold artwork perfectly complements the action-packed narrative, making this thrilling journey the definitive version of The Odyssey for kids.</li></ul><p><br>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.</p>