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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis is a
spirited retelling of stories that Fry clearly knows and loves * The Times *
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 * Guardian *
Here, indeed, be
monsters,
myriad adventures and
machinating gods.
Fry is a personable and passionate narrator * Mail on Sunday *
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 *
Fry
brilliantly retells the dramatic, funny, tragic and timeless tales of these heroic men and women in a
ll their grit and glory. Filled with
white-knuckle chases and
twisted labyrinths, impossible puzzles and
blood-curdling monsters * Northern Ireland Homes & Lifestyle *
Just as delightful and difficult to put down as the first. It makes stories relatable without skimping on the gory details * Sunday Life *
Rich, funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot along the way * Eastern Daily Press *
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 * Western Morning News *
Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy. The Greek
gods of the past become relatable * Guardian (on 'Mythos') *
The
best thing he's written since his superb first novel . . .
entertaining and
edifying * Telegraph (on 'Mythos') *
A rollicking good read * Independent (on 'Mythos') *
Perfect for the 21st Century.
Ebullient, funny, Fry retells the Greek myths with elegance * The Times (on 'Mythos') *
A
wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought we knew.
Brilliant,
funny,
erudite,
inventive,
surprising and
enthralling -- Richard North Patterson (on 'Mythos')
Fry makes the stories relatable without skimping on the wonderful gory details, or sacrificing the traditional truths of the myth * i (The paper for today) *
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 * Moorlander *
Fry is a natural storyteller and his lively retellings make for an entertaining read * Hannah Beckerman, Observer *
The comedian and polymath retells age-old Greek myths in dramatic, modernised style * i *
One of the nation's favourite intellectuals retells the epic myths of the Greek heroes in his own unique and very enjoyable way * Cambridge Independent *
Ebullient and funny * The Times *
Entertaining and edifying * Daily Telegraph *
A rollicking good read * Independent *
Fry exhibits enormous erudition and enthusiasm * Mail on Sunday *
