{"product_id":"heroes-the-greek-myths-reimagined-9781797201863","title":"Heroes: The Greek Myths Reimagined","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn this sequel to the bestselling \u003ci\u003eMythos\u003c\/i\u003e, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles.\u003c\/b\u003e Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a tender love affair or a heroic triumph, Fry deftly finds resonance with our own modern minds and hearts. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIllustrated throughout with classical art inspired by the myths, this gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive voice and writing style.\u003cbr\u003e- Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome. \u003cbr\u003e- Retellings brim with humor and emotion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMostly Chiron saw in the child, and the young man he became, boundless courage, athleticism, intelligence, and ambition. He saw too lots of words beginning with 'self, ' which gave him pause. Self-belief, self-possession, self-righteousness, self-confidence, self-love. Perhaps these characteristics are as necessary to a hero as courage.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eHeroes\u003c\/i\u003e, Fry draws out the humor and pathos in both tender love affairs and heroic battles, and reveals each myth's relevance for our own time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- A collector's edition filled with classical art inspired by the myths and a luxe, foil-stamped jacket\u003cbr\u003e- Perfect gift for mythology and history buffs, lovers of ancient Greece, art aficionados, and devoted fans of Stephen Fry\u003cbr\u003e- Add it to the shelf with books like \u003ci\u003eCirce by Madeline Miller\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNorse Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e by Neil Gaiman, and \u003ci\u003eMythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes\u003c\/i\u003e by Edith Hamilton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Stephen Fry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Chronicle Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/02\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 352\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.40h x 7.60w x 1.50d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781797201863\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStephen Fry is an award-winning writer, comedian, actor, and director. He rose to fame in \u003ci\u003eA Bit of Fry \u0026amp; Laurie\u003ci\u003e and \u003ci\u003eJeeves and Wooster\u003c\/i\u003e. He hosted over 180 episodes of \u003ci\u003eQI\u003c\/i\u003e, and narrated the audio versions of the Harry Potter novels. His books include four novels and three volumes of autobiography. He lives in Los Angeles and London.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":39828360265843,"sku":"9781797201863","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_474c05b5-0b59-46ed-89a5-a4ac333b0492.jpg?v=1644601943","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/heroes-the-greek-myths-reimagined-9781797201863","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}