The Odyssey
A Modern Retelling
Will be published approx. on 23. June 2026
Book
Hardback
160 pages
979-8-217-13845-6 (ISBN)
Description
"An absolute gem!" - Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author
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From perilous sea voyages and man-eating monsters to powerful witches and vengeful gods, experience the ultimate adventure in this modern retelling of Homer's Odyssey.
Take a journey across the sea and follow the heroic, catastrophic, and sometimes downright gruesome tales of the Greek king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War.
Written by self-proclaimed Greek myth nerd and host of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, Liv Albert, this gripping middle-grade adventure brings the legend of Odysseus to life. It is a story of trickery, lies, and perseverance, where you can watch as Odysseus is tested to the limits by the Cyclops, sirens, and lots of meddling, angry gods.
Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:
A complex hero: This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad.
Packed with facts: Littered with historical facts, maps, and character profiles, Liv brings all of her knowledge to make Greek myths for kids accessible and fun.
Striking illustrations: Bold artwork perfectly complements the action-packed narrative, making this thrilling journey the definitive version of The Odyssey for kids.
An essential introduction to ancient Greece for any young reader's library, this epic tale is an exciting gift for fans of ancient history and legends.
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From perilous sea voyages and man-eating monsters to powerful witches and vengeful gods, experience the ultimate adventure in this modern retelling of Homer's Odyssey.
Take a journey across the sea and follow the heroic, catastrophic, and sometimes downright gruesome tales of the Greek king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War.
Written by self-proclaimed Greek myth nerd and host of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, Liv Albert, this gripping middle-grade adventure brings the legend of Odysseus to life. It is a story of trickery, lies, and perseverance, where you can watch as Odysseus is tested to the limits by the Cyclops, sirens, and lots of meddling, angry gods.
Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:
A complex hero: This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad.
Packed with facts: Littered with historical facts, maps, and character profiles, Liv brings all of her knowledge to make Greek myths for kids accessible and fun.
Striking illustrations: Bold artwork perfectly complements the action-packed narrative, making this thrilling journey the definitive version of The Odyssey for kids.
An essential introduction to ancient Greece for any young reader's library, this epic tale is an exciting gift for fans of ancient history and legends.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 287 mm
Width: 238 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
567 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-217-13845-6 (9798217138456)
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Liv Albert is the creator and executive producer of the top rated ancient history podcast, Let's Talk About Myths, Baby. Liv studied English Literature and Classical Civilizations and regularly speaks at universities across North America about the wide world of Greek mythology and history. She has authored many pieces on Greek mythology, including the best-selling title Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook. Her retelling of The Odyssey is her first children's book.
Hazem Asif is an illustrator who has worked internationally across various markets including publishing, film, and academia. He's collaborated with Google, Harper Collins, Bloomsbury, The Lancet HIV, and the Doha Film Institute.
Hazem Asif is an illustrator who has worked internationally across various markets including publishing, film, and academia. He's collaborated with Google, Harper Collins, Bloomsbury, The Lancet HIV, and the Doha Film Institute.