"No one loves and quarrels, desires and deceives as boldly or brilliantly as Greek gods and goddesses."
Mythos by Stephen Fry is a retelling of the Greek Myths. The author uses his unique style to tell us the myths of the Greek gods, goddesses, humans etc.
As it was expected the book is very well written and accessible to everyone regardless of your knowledge in Greek Mythology.
Since I am Greek, I know a lot of Greek Mythology (mainly from school) and it was really nice to refresh my knowledge and also learn some new things.
If you want to learn about Greek mythology and history in an engaging and entertaining way, this book is for you. It brings these ancient stories to life through vivid storytelling an I just loved it.
Rating: 5 Stars
About the book:
No one loves and quarrels, desires and deceives as boldly or brilliantly as Greek gods and goddesses.
In Stephen Fry's vivid retelling we gaze in wonder as wise Athena is born from the cracking open of the great head of Zeus and follow doomed Persephone into the dark and lonely realm of the Underworld. We shiver when Pandora opens her jar of evil torments and watch with joy as the legendary love affair between Eros and Psyche unfolds.
Mythos captures these extraordinary myths for our modern age - in all their dazzling and deeply human relevance.
See you in the next post and don't forget to keep reading!!!
Athina
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