Penguin presents the CD edition of Heroes written and read by Stephen Fry.Mortals and Monsters. Quests and Adventures...There are Heroes - and then there are Greek Heroes.Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures,overcome myriad monstrous perils,or outwitted scheming vengeful gods,quite as stylishly and triumphantly as Greek heroes.In this companion to his bestselling Mythos,Stephen Fry brilliantly retells these dramatic,funny,tragic and timeless tales. Join Jason aboard the Argo as he quests for the Golden Fleece. See Atalanta - who was raised by bears - outrun any man before being tricked with golden apples. Witness wily Oedipus solve the riddle of the Sphinx and discover how Bellerophon captures the winged horse Pegasus to help him slay the monster Chimera.Filled with white-knuckle chases and battles,impossible puzzles and riddles,acts of base cowardice and real bravery,not to mention murders and selfless sacrifices,Heroes is the story of what we mortals are truly capable of - at our worst and our very best._'Ebullient and funny'The Times'Entertaining and edifying'Daily Telegraph'A rollicking good read'Independent'Fry exhibits enormous erudition and enthusiasm'Mail on Sunday'The Greek gods of the past become relatable as pop culture,modern literature and music are woven throughout. Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy'Guardian
Publisher: Penguin Books LtdISBN: 9781405940566Weight: 306 gDimensions: 142 x 139 x 36 mm
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This is a spirited retelling of stories that Fry clearly knows and lovesAssured and engaging. The pace is lively,the jokes are genuinely funny,and Fry once again proves himself a master of great learning worn lightlyHere,indeed,be monsters,myriad adventures and machinating gods. Fry is a personable and passionate narratorJust 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 lotFry brilliantly retells the dramatic,funny,tragic and timeless tales of these heroic men and women in all their grit and glory. Filled with white-knuckle chases and twisted labyrinths,impossible puzzles and blood-curdling monstersJust as delightful and difficult to put down as the first. It makes stories relatable without skimping on the gory detailsRich,funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot along the wayTales 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 Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy. The Greek gods of the past become relatableThe best thing he's written since his superb first novel...entertaining and edifyingA rollicking good readPerfect for the 21st Century. Ebullient,funny,Fry retells the Greek myths with elegance A wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought we knew. Brilliant,funny,erudite,inventive,surprising and enthrallingFry makes the stories relatable without skimping on the wonderful gory details,or sacrificing the traditional truths of the mythStephen 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 delightfulFry is a natural storyteller and his lively retellings make for an entertaining readThe comedian and polymath retells age-old Greek myths in dramatic,modernised styleOne of the nation's favourite intellectuals retells the epic myths of the Greek heroes in his own unique and very enjoyable way
Stephen Fry
Since 1991 and the publication of his debut novel The Liar,actor and comedian Stephen Fry has enjoyed an almost unique position in British culture,balancing his talents as an entertainer whilst being recognised as a novelist with heavyweight credential. His three biographies were all runaway critical successes,and Fry is also recognised across the world as the audiobook voice of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.
Visit the Stephen Fry author pageStephen Fry
Since 1991 and the publication of his debut novel The Liar,actor and comedian Stephen Fry has enjoyed an almost unique position in British culture,balancing his talents as an entertainer whilst being recognised as a novelist with heavyweight credential. His three biographies were all runaway critical successes,and Fry is also recognised across the world as the audiobook voice of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.
Visit the Stephen Fry author page
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