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The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel

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In The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel by Gareth Hinds, readers embark on a visually stunning journey alongside Odysseus as he struggles to return home after the Trojan War. The graphic novel brings to life the trials he faces, including encounters with mythical creatures and divine beings, while capturing the essence of his quest for home and identity. Hinds' adaptation provides an engaging retelling of this classic epic, making it accessible to younger audiences.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by epic adventures and enjoy the visually rich storytelling only graphic novels can offer. With dynamic artwork, it brings to life a timeless tale of heroism, exploring themes of courage, perseverance, and the allure of the unknown, making it a thrilling read for young readers who appreciate classic myths.

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The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel

With bold imagery and an ear tuned to the music of Homer's epic poem, Gareth Hinds reinterprets the ancient classic as it's never been told before.

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With bold imagery and an ear tuned to the music of Homer's epic poem, Gareth Hinds reinterprets the ancient classic as it's never been told before.

Fresh from his triumphs in the Trojan War, Odysseus, King of Ithaca, wants nothing more than to return home to his family. Instead, he offends the sea god Poseidon, who dooms him to long years of shipwreck and wandering. In his efforts to get home, Odysseus must battle man-eating monsters, violent storms, and the supernatural seductions of sirens and sorceresses.

He will need all his strength and cunning β€” and a little help from Mount Olympus β€” to make his way home once more and seize back his kingdom from the scheming suitors who seek to wed his queen and usurp his throne.

Award-winning graphic artist Gareth Hinds masterfully reinterprets a story of heroism, adventure, and high action that has been told and retold for over 2,500 years in The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel.

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The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel by Gareth Hinds has been featured and recommended at numerous events and platforms, including the ALA Midwinter recap and on the Shelftalker blog. Deb Noyes and Gareth Hinds discussed it during the "What's New in Children's Books?" programme at The Boston Athenaeum, highlighting its engaging adaptation and appeal to young readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780763642686

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2010

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Gareth Hinds

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 172.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 960g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Gareth Hinds is the creator of several acclaimed graphic novels based on classic works. About The Odyssey, he says, "It was incredibly exciting to work with this material - gods, monsters, flawed heroes, intense battles, and all the best and worst of human nature, set against an ancient Mediterranean backdrop? It's really a dream project." He lives in Watertown, Massachusetts.

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