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Usborne Illustrated Odyssey

By Anna Milbourne
Series: Illustrated Originals
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Usborne Illustrated Odyssey by Anna Milbourne is a mesmerising adaptation of the classic Greek epic for young readers. It follows the thrilling adventures of Odysseus as he faces daunting challenges on his journey home after the Trojan War. With enchanting illustrations, it brings to life his encounters with mythical creatures and gods, capturing the essence of this timeless tale in an accessible way for children.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this enchanting adaptation if you love captivating stories filled with adventure and mythology. This beautifully illustrated children's book brings to life the epic journey of Odysseus, offering a delightful blend of vibrant visuals and engaging storytelling that will fascinate young readers.

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Usborne Illustrated Odyssey

Striking and bold illustrations and an excellent new retelling of rejuvenate Homer's classic story 'The Odyssey', to inviting modern readers inside.



Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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A beautiful edition of Homer's classic tale from Ancient Greece, vividly retold to delight modern readers. Dramatic, stylish illustrations bring to life brave Odysseus' encounters with furious gods, bewitching goddesses, terrifying monsters and a man-eating Cyclops... A beautiful gift for any child who loves adventure stories.Chapters in this book include:- The Story Begins- The Gods Take Action- Leaving Calypso- The Land of the Phaeacians- The Lotus Eaters- The Cyclops- The Bag of Winds- The Land of Giants- Circe the Goddess- The Land of the Dead- The Sirens- Scylla and Charybdis- The Island of the Sun- Ithaca at Last- A Beggar in the Palace- The Final Battle- The Story Ends- Map of Odysseus's Journey- About Homer and The Odyssey- Guide to the Characters

Series: Illustrated Originals

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409598930

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sebastiaan Van Doninck

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 710g

Pages: 256

Collections

Anna Milbourne Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Most Popular Books of All Time Series: Illustrated Originals Young Adult

About the Author

Homer's exact lifetime is unknown, but it is estimated as around 700-800 BC. Homer wrote the epic poems of The Iliad and The Odyssey and has had an enormous influence on the history of literature. He is considered the greatest of the ancient Greek poets.

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