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Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold (Stephen Fry's Great Mythology, #1)

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Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold (Stephen Fry's Great Mythology, #1)

Nonfiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2017

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Stephen Fry

Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold (Stephen Fry's Great Mythology, #1)

Nonfiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Short Story • Nonfiction

Setting

Ancient Greece • Mythological Era

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Super Short Summary

Mythos by Stephen Fry retells classic Greek myths with a modern twist. Fry presents stories like "Prometheus," "Pandora," and "Zeus" vividly to explore the origins and adventures of the gods, goddesses, and mortals of Greek mythology. His narration brings life to ancient myths in an accessible and entertaining fashion.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

148,290 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stephen Fry's Mythos receives praise for its engaging and humorous retelling of Greek myths, making complex stories accessible and entertaining. Fry's narrative voice and wit captivate readers, though some find the extensive footnotes distracting. Overall, it's celebrated for breathing new life into ancient tales while being critiqued for occasional verbosity.

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Who Should Read Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold (Stephen Fry's Great Mythology, #1)?

Mythology enthusiasts, history buffs, and fans of witty prose will relish Stephen Fry's Mythos. Similar to Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology and Edith Hamilton's Mythology, this retelling of Greek myths captivates with humor and accessible storytelling. Ideal for readers who appreciate both literary elegance and cultural lore.

4.4

148,290 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Short Story • Nonfiction

Setting

Ancient Greece • Mythological Era

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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