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Odyssey: The Greek Myths Reimagined Audiobook
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The legendary Stephen Fry retells the adventures of Odysseus for the fourth and final installment in his internationally bestselling Greek Myths series.
Odysseus’s journey from the battlefields of Troy to his home in Ithaca is one of the greatest stories ever told. From the lotus-eaters to the sirens, from Circe to the Cyclops, this is a tale of thrilling adventures, cunning escapes, and enduring devotion. Stephen Fry breathes new life into the ancient poem with humor and pathos. This gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide.
BELOVED AUTHOR: Stephen Fry is an icon whose signature wit and mellifluous style make this retelling utterly unique. Fans will love hearing his interpretation, whether they are familiar with the original myths or not.
TIMELESS STORIES: For fans of Madeline Miller’s Circe or Song of Achilles, Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology, or Pat Barker’s The Silence of the Girls, this is the perfect next great read. These ancient tales never get old.
POPULAR SERIES: The previous books that comprise Stephen Fry's Greek Myths—Mythos, Heroes, and Troy—have been international bestsellers, praised for their engaging and nuanced retellings. Now fans can finally read Fry's take on The Odyssey.
Perfect for:
- Fans of Stephen Fry
- Ancient history buffs
- Readers of myth and lore
- Fans of Madeline Miller's and Pat Barker's retellings of Greek mythology
- Classics majors and classicists
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“Author and narrator Stephen Fry’s fourth and final installment of his Greek Myths series showcases, yet again, his virtuoso storytelling skills…There’s vivid detail and emotional depth in Fry’s dramatic use of varied voices to portray the gods, monsters, and mortals whom Odysseus meets on his voyage. Ideal for history and mythology lovers, Fry’s insightful commentary and masterful performance are equally perfect for listeners who are looking for an engaging and intelligent introduction to Homer’s epic. Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.”
— AudioFile
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“With his distinctive narration, Fry brings warmth, exuberance, and humor to these age-old stories, along with a range of voices.”
— The Guardian (London)
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Winner of an AudioFile Earphones Award
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A Sunday Times (London) Bestseller
Odyssey Listener Reviews
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About Stephen Fry
Stephen Fry is an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter, and director. He rose to fame alongside Hugh Laurie in A Bit of Fry and Laurie (which he cowrote with Laurie) and Jeeves and Wooster and was unforgettable as General Melchett in Blackadder. He hosted over 180 episodes of QI and has narrated all seven of the Harry Potter novels for the audiobook recordings. In addition to his Greek Myths series, he is the bestselling author of The Ode Less Travelled, Fry’s Ties, four novels (Revenge, Making History, The Hippopotamus, and The Liar), and three volumes of autobiography (Moab Is My Washpot, The Fry Chronicles, and More Fool Me).